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YD08 XVU

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,443 mi
Last recorded83,443 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 XVU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 83,443 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 83,443 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 76,056 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2017 75,214 miles

both rear tyres very low

Pass 22 Dec 2015 63,937 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 58,761 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Oct 2013 51,893 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 51,846 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 44,000 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 43,916 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 26,935 miles

All tyres wearing on edges

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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YD08 XVU is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YD08 XVU, 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 YD08 XVU registered?

YD08 XVU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is YD08 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 XVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YD08 XVU have outstanding finance?

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