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YF08 XPU

2008 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,078 mi
Last recorded170,078 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 XPU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 170,078 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 170,078 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2023 153,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Mar 2023 153,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 144,692 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 24 Feb 2022 144,592 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner ede (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2021 136,919 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 136,919 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 118,487 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axel (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder heavy wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 118,486 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axel (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder heavy wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 101,556 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 101,100 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 81,388 miles

Both front tyres worn on the inner and outer edges

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

Fail 14 Jun 2017 81,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/18 extra load (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres worn on the inner and outer edges

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 72,439 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 63,142 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 45,272 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 34,354 miles

nearside rear tyre wear low.

Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,277 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 25,729 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 19,402 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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YF08 XPU is a 2008 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 YF08 XPU, 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 YF08 XPU registered?

YF08 XPU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 9 June 2008.

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