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YC08 CFK

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,663 mi
Last recorded169,663 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 CFK
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 169,663 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 165,707 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 152,405 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 138,645 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 138,645 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 129,712 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 120,288 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 114,415 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 108,642 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 103,703 miles

Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread

Pass 21 Apr 2017 93,278 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 93,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 83,491 miles

Offside Rear tyre has tread seperation

Pass 18 Mar 2015 75,391 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 68,219 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 62,140 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 52,946 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 38,502 miles

both rear tyres wearing low inner edges.

damage wheel rims.

road marks across front windscreen.

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 CFK is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CFK, 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 CFK registered?

YC08 CFK is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is YC08 CFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 CFK 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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