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BU08 DKE

2008 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,756 mi
Last recorded48,756 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 DKE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 48,756 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 47,827 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 47,811 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 45,997 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,543 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 42,530 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn floating washers worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has slight play in a ball joint

Fail 17 May 2018 42,530 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn floating washers worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has slight play in a ball joint

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 41,416 miles

Braking system warning lamp illuminated

front suspension has slight play in ball joint

Pass 18 Jul 2015 32,107 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 19,702 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 8,656 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 6,244 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 5,814 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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BU08 DKE is a 2008 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BU08 DKE, 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 BU08 DKE registered?

BU08 DKE is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BU08 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 DKE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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