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EJ08 EMX

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,672 mi
Last recorded21,672 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 EMX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 21,672 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 21,368 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 21,098 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 20,941 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 20,774 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 20,706 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 20,551 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 20,089 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 19,430 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 11,741 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 11,462 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 11,329 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 11,139 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 10,807 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 10,481 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 10,481 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 6,501 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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EJ08 EMX is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EJ08 EMX, 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 EJ08 EMX registered?

EJ08 EMX is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is EJ08 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 EMX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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