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YA08 LXE

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,281 mi
Last recorded134,281 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 LXE
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 134,281 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 116,560 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 100,319 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 85,584 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2021 70,685 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 57,721 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 54,761 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 50,460 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 39,735 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,686 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 31,020 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre

Fail 12 Oct 2015 31,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nail in n/s/f tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2014 27,483 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,228 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 27,228 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 18 Apr 2013 24,279 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 19,922 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,538 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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YA08 LXE is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YA08 LXE, 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 YA08 LXE registered?

YA08 LXE is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is YA08 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 LXE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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