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YC58 SSK

2008 BMW 123

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

256,953 mi
Last recorded256,953 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 SSK
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 256,953 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated OS+NS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2020 256,953 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated OS+NS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 149,571 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 149,571 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 143,608 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 134,978 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 114,416 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 96,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

rear discs worn and lipped

Pass 4 Nov 2013 96,057 miles

offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

rear discs worn and lipped

Pass 5 Nov 2012 80,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 80,374 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 57,803 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 SSK is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YC58 SSK, 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 SSK registered?

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

Is YC58 SSK safe to buy?

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