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YC08 AUR

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

65,633 mi
Last recorded65,633 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 AUR
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 65,633 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 58,659 miles

n/s/r seat has child seat fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2016 58,659 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r seat has child seat fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 50,142 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 45,673 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 42,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jul 2013 42,919 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2012 37,546 miles

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

near side rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Fail 20 Mar 2012 37,537 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

near side rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 22 Mar 2011 21,423 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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YC08 AUR is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YC08 AUR, 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 YC08 AUR registered?

YC08 AUR is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is YC08 AUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 AUR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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