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SO08 CMK

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,877 mi
Last recorded17,877 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 CMK
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 17,877 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 17,022 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 15,924 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 15,052 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Turbo (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 13,924 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 13,116 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 12,015 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 11,183 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 10,810 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 10,214 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 9,850 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 9,080 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 8,226 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 7,201 miles

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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SO08 CMK is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SO08 CMK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SO08 CMK?

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What year was SO08 CMK registered?

SO08 CMK is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is SO08 CMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 CMK shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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