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YC08 DMV

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,094 mi
Last recorded127,094 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 127,094 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 112,306 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 May 2015 102,403 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 88,308 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 88,308 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 76,091 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 75,225 miles

Steering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 60,392 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 37,886 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 20,977 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 DMV 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 80%.

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 DMV, 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.

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What year was YC08 DMV registered?

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

Is YC08 DMV safe to buy?

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