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VN08 ULU

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,139 mi
Last recorded94,139 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 ULU
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 94,139 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 91,261 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer void bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside headlamp mountings broken

Pass 5 Dec 2018 85,679 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 85,679 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 79,229 miles

cuts in outer sidewall of nearside front tyre 225/40/18

Fail 4 Dec 2017 79,229 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/40/18 (4.1.D.1a)

STRONG ADVISE cuts in outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre

cuts in outer sidewall of nearside front tyre 225/40/18

Pass 6 Dec 2016 72,983 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

damage to offside front bumper

nearside and offside rear tyres have cuts in outer sidewalls 235/40/18

nearside front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall 225/40/18

Fail 6 Dec 2016 72,982 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

damage to offside front bumper

nearside and offside rear tyres have cuts in outer sidewalls 235/40/18

nearside front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall 225/40/18

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 4 Aug 2015 63,720 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 55,992 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,099 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 49,099 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2012 35,571 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 29,438 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 ULU is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ULU, 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

How do I check the history of VN08 ULU?

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What year was VN08 ULU registered?

VN08 ULU is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is VN08 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 ULU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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