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VN08 OSK

2008 BMW 125

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,897 mi
Last recorded116,897 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 OSK
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 116,897 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 113,655 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 113,525 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 110,274 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 110,274 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 108,219 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 108,219 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 102,593 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 85,482 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 80,059 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 80,048 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 72,330 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner shoulder

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner shoulder

Pass 3 Jul 2015 68,486 miles

front tyres cracking on tread

Pass 13 Jun 2014 63,874 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 61,976 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 55,596 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 45,461 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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VN08 OSK is a 2008 BMW 125 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VN08 OSK, 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 VN08 OSK registered?

VN08 OSK is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is VN08 OSK safe to buy?

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