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YC08 CVV

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,495 mi
Last recorded105,495 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 105,495 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 97,833 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 91,538 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 91,535 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 91,480 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 91,480 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 87,277 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 87,277 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 76,751 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 69,464 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 61,414 miles

rear tyres only just passed mot today

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 CVV is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CVV, 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 CVV registered?

YC08 CVV is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is YC08 CVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 CVV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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