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A23 NXW

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,426 mi
Last recorded44,426 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 NXW
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 44,426 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 31,092 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 30,901 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 30,430 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 28,875 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 28,020 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 27,045 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 27,029 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 25,701 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 24,553 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 22,669 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 20,794 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,806 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 16,529 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 13,399 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 15 Mar 2012 13,399 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 11,387 miles

rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

Fail 16 Mar 2011 11,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

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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A23 NXW 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 83.3%.

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 A23 NXW, 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

How do I check the history of A23 NXW?

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What year was A23 NXW registered?

A23 NXW is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is A23 NXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 NXW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A23 NXW have outstanding finance?

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