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YD08 YFM

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,737 mi
Last recorded117,737 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 117,737 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 117,737 miles

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 107,618 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 99,580 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 99,573 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak o/s and n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 90,183 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s and n/s (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 81,071 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 71,930 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 65,498 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 53,455 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 45,575 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,622 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 36,242 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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YD08 YFM is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YFM, 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 YFM registered?

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

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The MOT history for YD08 YFM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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