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YC58 FMU

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

137,335 mi
Last recorded137,335 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 FMU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 137,335 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 132,235 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2024 129,007 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

underbody and suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2023 120,554 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers + under tray fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2022 117,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated as marked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated as marked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule as marked (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 117,781 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect poss bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested not working on dipped beam (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated as marked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated as marked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule as marked (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 110,885 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 107,088 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 101,095 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 95,730 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear brake pad sensor wire adrift

Pass 6 Jul 2017 88,360 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 77,214 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,219 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 60,178 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 48,058 miles

Emission test to low for tester PASS

Pass 21 Aug 2012 34,386 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 22,536 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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YC58 FMU 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 94.1%.

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 YC58 FMU, 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 YC58 FMU registered?

YC58 FMU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 November 2008.

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The MOT history for YC58 FMU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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