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SF08 VXX

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,069 mi
Last recorded99,069 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 VXX
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 99,069 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 90,281 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 79,225 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 77,280 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 75,118 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 73,415 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 71,024 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 66,002 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 66,002 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 62,275 miles

rear brake light lense loose

Fail 14 Aug 2017 62,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre cracking & deteriorating

Offside Rear tyre underinflated

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

rear brake light lense loose

Pass 11 May 2016 57,240 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 54,402 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 49,056 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 42,420 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 42,420 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 39,639 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 32,859 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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SF08 VXX is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SF08 VXX, 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 SF08 VXX registered?

SF08 VXX is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is SF08 VXX safe to buy?

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