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RO08 FFG

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,741 mi
Last recorded128,741 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 FFG
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 128,741 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2022 126,638 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 122,714 miles

Offside Rear wheel slight play

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offisde and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 116,627 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 105,346 miles

Front bumper and undertray damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2018 98,943 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 98,943 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 93,314 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 85,758 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 76,561 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 62,694 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 62,694 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 47,518 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 35,075 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 23,056 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear wiper blade missing

Pass 10 Feb 2011 23,056 miles

rear wiper blade missing

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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RO08 FFG is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 86,089 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO08 FFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO08 FFG registered?

RO08 FFG is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RO08 FFG safe to buy?

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