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YB57 UBX

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,816 mi
Last recorded138,816 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 UBX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 138,816 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 121,217 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 114,666 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

O/S/R and N/S/R Brake Pipes Swelling

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 14 Dec 2017 114,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

O/S/R and N/S/R Brake Pipes Swelling

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 93,892 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 77,679 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 70,368 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 58,061 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 47,955 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 41,118 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,925 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 26,800 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 24,363 miles

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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YB57 UBX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YB57 UBX, 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 YB57 UBX registered?

YB57 UBX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is YB57 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB57 UBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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