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YK08 MYD

2008 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,381 mi
Last recorded115,381 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 MYD
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 115,381 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 113,186 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 106,921 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 105,449 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 103,073 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 84,845 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 63,799 miles

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

brake pad wear warning lamp on

Pass 15 May 2017 58,518 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 53,175 miles

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

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

Unable to test the n/s/r seat belt due to child seat being fitted.

Pass 16 May 2015 45,619 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 39,296 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 33,862 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 19,652 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2012 19,652 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 8 Jul 2011 15,053 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 15,053 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 MYD is a 2008 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MYD, 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 MYD registered?

YK08 MYD is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is YK08 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 MYD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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