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YG08 NKL

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,999 mi
Last recorded122,999 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 NKL
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2022 122,999 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lower effort to offside 26% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2022 122,382 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

TPMS light illuminated

Fail 9 Feb 2022 122,342 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 119,418 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 117,013 miles

Nearside front brake pipe flexi perishing

Slight damage on nearside lower arm

Slight weap from both rear outer cv boots

Under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 4 Apr 2019 99,702 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear dust brake plate missing

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

rear brake discs slightly worn on inner faces

under covers fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2019 99,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under covers fitted

rear brake discs slightly worn on inner faces

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear dust brake plate missing

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

Pass 20 Apr 2018 87,437 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 84,129 miles

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)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 70,504 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 60,209 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 60,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 44,076 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 33,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 May 2013 33,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2012 26,008 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2011 18,594 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 16,730 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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YG08 NKL is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YG08 NKL, 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 YG08 NKL registered?

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

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