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RK58 ZGS

2008 BMW 125

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,920 mi
Last recorded136,920 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 ZGS
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 136,920 miles

Engine covers and vehicle under shields fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2025 136,920 miles

Engine covers and vehicle under shields fitted

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 129,384 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 120,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 112,876 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 101,716 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 92,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 80,446 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 70,219 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 69,790 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 69,790 miles

Nearside Front Brake insecure pad sensor (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 59,432 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 47,084 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 36,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 31,135 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 26,897 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 22,492 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 18,319 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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RK58 ZGS is a 2008 BMW 125 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK58 ZGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK58 ZGS registered?

RK58 ZGS is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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The MOT history for RK58 ZGS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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