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SH58 TAU

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,344 mi
Last recorded105,344 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH58 TAU
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 105,344 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect offside and nearside also light misting of oil (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 97,995 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 94,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 87,891 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 83,558 miles

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

cover fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2017 73,179 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 65,228 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 65,228 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 59,149 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 53,707 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 49,841 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate becoming loose,secure at time of test

Pass 10 Jul 2012 45,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear screen tinted

small chip in zone a smaller than 10mm

Pass 24 Nov 2011 38,841 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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SH58 TAU is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SH58 TAU, 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 SH58 TAU registered?

SH58 TAU is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is SH58 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH58 TAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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