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YC08 BZL

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

92,442 mi
Last recorded92,442 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 92,442 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 85,441 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 83,099 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 83,099 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35x18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35x18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2020 80,626 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 78,378 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 76,389 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 73,816 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 70,707 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 66,956 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 61,794 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 55,848 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 48,093 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 42,294 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 37,573 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 BZL is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YC08 BZL, 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 BZL registered?

YC08 BZL is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is YC08 BZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 BZL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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