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YC08 CNV

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,436 mi
Last recorded97,436 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 CNV
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 97,436 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 97,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 93,175 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

some surface corrosion to rear axle beam

Pass 22 Sep 2023 87,674 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 82,279 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 79,141 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 77,862 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 74,927 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 67,069 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre has small cuts on the inner wall

Pass 7 May 2017 58,820 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2016 55,826 miles

screws in both rear tyres

Pass 3 Jul 2015 51,399 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 47,377 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 40,519 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 30,876 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 21,405 miles

vehicles emissions too clean

Fail 28 Mar 2011 21,405 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicles emissions too clean

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 CNV is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CNV, 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 CNV registered?

YC08 CNV is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YC08 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 CNV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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