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AU08 HJD

2008 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,007 mi
Last recorded58,007 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 HJD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 58,007 miles
Fail 16 May 2026 58,007 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 55,380 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 54,543 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 50,406 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 46,560 miles

Front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 21 Nov 2020 41,301 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 36,874 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 33,381 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 29,347 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 28,288 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 25,109 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 25,109 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 21,045 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 14,774 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,792 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 12,400 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,860 miles

Handlebars foul on screen

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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AU08 HJD is a 2008 BMW F Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,781 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 HJD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 HJD registered?

AU08 HJD is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is AU08 HJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 HJD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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