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YK08 MDY

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

64,650 mi
Last recorded64,650 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 64,650 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2026 64,650 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 62,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jun 2024 59,510 miles

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 14 Jun 2023 58,263 miles

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 16 Jun 2022 57,756 miles

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 17 Jun 2021 56,955 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 8 Jun 2020 56,257 miles

undere covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 18 Jun 2019 54,845 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 20 Jun 2018 51,829 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 49,543 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 46,504 miles

under trays fitted under vehicle

Pass 13 Jun 2015 43,039 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2014 39,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 31,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,912 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 15,083 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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YK08 MDY is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MDY, 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 MDY registered?

YK08 MDY is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is YK08 MDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 MDY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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