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YE08 OHZ

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,283 mi
Last recorded143,283 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 OHZ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 143,283 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 120,366 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 107,949 miles

chip on windscreen outside zone a

engine under tray fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2018 107,949 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

chip on windscreen outside zone a

engine under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2018 106,817 miles

Engine Management Light On

Front Wipers Leaving Streaks On Windscreen

Nearside Front Tyre Has Outer Shoulder Wear/Cut On Outer Wall, Cords Not Visible

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

Offside Front Tyre Has Slight Outer Shoulder Wear

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

Oil leak Under Vehicle ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 96,817 miles

Bonnet covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 85,481 miles

Bonnet covers fitted

Front Tyre's worn on edges

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Service light on dash

Under trays fitted

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

Fail 26 Jan 2016 85,481 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Bonnet covers fitted

Front Tyre's worn on edges

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Service light on dash

Under trays fitted

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 74,615 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Feb 2015 74,578 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 63,864 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

n/s/r bump stop splitting

o/s/f fog lamp insecure

Fail 15 Feb 2014 63,418 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

n/s/r bump stop splitting

o/s/f fog lamp insecure

Pass 19 Feb 2013 54,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Feb 2012 43,533 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,742 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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YE08 OHZ is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YE08 OHZ, 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 YE08 OHZ registered?

YE08 OHZ is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is YE08 OHZ safe to buy?

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