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TM08 MCL

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,409 mi
Last recorded116,409 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTM08 MCL
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 116,409 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 110,729 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 101,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 96,133 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 92,186 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 85,194 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 78,758 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 70,672 miles

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 4 Apr 2016 63,311 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 57,185 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 50,455 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 43,008 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 36,399 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 28,501 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 28,501 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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TM08 MCL is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 TM08 MCL, 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 TM08 MCL registered?

TM08 MCL is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is TM08 MCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for TM08 MCL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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