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SA58 WLF

2008 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

158,736 mi
Last recorded158,736 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 WLF
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 158,736 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2026 158,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 150,997 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 150,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2024 144,069 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 138,807 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 127,957 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses from vehicle body to rear sub-frame. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Lower engine bay cover and undertrays installed obscuring testable components.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Macpherson strut. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated From rear part of propshaft to differential connection. (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 127,957 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses from vehicle body to rear sub-frame. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Lower engine bay cover and undertrays installed obscuring testable components.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Macpherson strut. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met - It would appear that the system requires adjustment or repair.

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated From rear part of propshaft to differential connection. (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 114,813 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 111,713 miles

rear subframe rusty

Fail 30 Jan 2020 111,700 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear subframe rusty

Pass 1 Feb 2019 102,789 miles

Front both sides shock absorbers getting soft

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear shock absorber getting soft

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 95,237 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 90,251 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 90,251 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle Front (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 87,750 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 72,500 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 72,500 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 63,220 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 63,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 53,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

drivers seat belt retraction requires attention

Pass 29 Sep 2011 40,207 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SA58 WLF is a 2008 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SA58 WLF, 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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SA58 WLF is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 28 October 2008.

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