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YK08 HGL

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,188 mi
Last recorded124,188 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 HGL
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 124,188 miles

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

engine and vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

Pass 7 Mar 2018 112,821 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 106,782 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 97,961 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN DOWN TO 1.6MM

corrosion to inner front brake discs

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 11 Mar 2015 88,134 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 80,161 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 68,696 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

both front tyres are wearing on edges

Pass 10 Mar 2012 53,255 miles

emissions too low to register

Pass 14 Mar 2011 42,189 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 42,189 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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YK08 HGL is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YK08 HGL, 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 YK08 HGL registered?

YK08 HGL is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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