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UIG 8827

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,327 mi
Last recorded151,327 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIG 8827
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 151,327 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 133,205 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2022 129,336 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 129,335 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 117,940 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 104,778 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 104,778 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 97,574 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on edges

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on edges

Pass 6 Jan 2016 91,151 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 91,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50R1789V (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 78,080 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 61,306 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre warn inner edge

o/s/f tyre warn inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2013 41,809 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 41,809 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 26,431 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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UIG 8827 is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UIG 8827, 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

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What year was UIG 8827 registered?

UIG 8827 is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 23 October 2008.

Is UIG 8827 safe to buy?

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