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YG08 NJX

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,433 mi
Last recorded121,433 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 NJX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 121,433 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 114,185 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak by the front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres measured at 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 107,653 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 102,473 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 102,473 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 97,430 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 91,246 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 79,274 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 77,224 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 77,219 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 71,566 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 71,561 miles

Central Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Central Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 65,067 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on edges

Pass 27 Feb 2015 60,347 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 48,548 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 35,717 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,670 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 16,134 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 16,134 miles

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

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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YG08 NJX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YG08 NJX, 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 YG08 NJX registered?

YG08 NJX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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