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YM08 KZU

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,826 mi
Last recorded79,826 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM08 KZU
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2026 79,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 75,222 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 255/35R18

Pass 29 Jul 2024 67,123 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 58,708 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 53,998 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 52,552 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 51,797 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 50,404 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 49,310 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 48,272 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 45,923 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 44,217 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 40,459 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,224 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 27,722 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 21,573 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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YM08 KZU is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM08 KZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM08 KZU registered?

YM08 KZU is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is YM08 KZU safe to buy?

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