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AU08 JEJ

2008 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,859 mi
Last recorded74,859 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 JEJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 74,859 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 74,229 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 74,229 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 72,252 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 69,851 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 65,697 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 62,499 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 59,921 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 56,128 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 54,351 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 44,754 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight free play in front suspension linkage

Pass 9 Apr 2015 30,334 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 22,277 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 18,207 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 11,415 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 6,522 miles

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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AU08 JEJ is a 2008 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU08 JEJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 JEJ registered?

AU08 JEJ is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is AU08 JEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 JEJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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