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YA08 DGU

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,796 mi
Last recorded122,796 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 DGU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 122,796 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 117,609 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 111,180 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2023 111,180 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 105,512 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front tyre worn outer edge

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 96,674 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 88,465 miles

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

Nearside Front shocker leaking further attention advised

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 82,595 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 69,107 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 63,139 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2016 58,155 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine under covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 4 Jun 2016 58,153 miles

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jun 2015 49,190 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 41,881 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 37,260 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 37,240 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 29,994 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 24,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YA08 DGU is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YA08 DGU, 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 YA08 DGU registered?

YA08 DGU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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