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AC08 XWR

2008 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,433 mi
Last recorded38,433 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XWR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 38,433 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 36,707 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 34,294 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 33,722 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 32,605 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 28,917 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play in top ball (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 28,917 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play in top ball (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 21,557 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 21,557 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2016 14,033 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,914 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 13,854 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 11,288 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,207 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 6,805 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 4,469 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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AC08 XWR is a 2008 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 22,782 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 XWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 18 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AC08 XWR registered?

AC08 XWR is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AC08 XWR safe to buy?

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