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YA57 HKX

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,727 mi
Last recorded131,727 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 HKX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 131,727 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2026 131,727 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 127,972 miles

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

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))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Undertrays damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2020 121,635 miles

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 117,082 miles

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 117,082 miles

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 111,609 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 97,258 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 96,986 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 88,125 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 78,564 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 64,724 miles

nearside windscreen wiper deteriorating

Pass 23 Sep 2013 49,079 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 42,843 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 42,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 34,243 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jan 2011 22,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YA57 HKX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YA57 HKX, 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 YA57 HKX registered?

YA57 HKX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is YA57 HKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA57 HKX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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