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EK08 ELJ

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,659 mi
Last recorded54,659 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 ELJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2025 54,659 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 52,562 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 45,383 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 42,719 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 40,061 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 37,412 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 34,682 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 32,487 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 30,350 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 26,077 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 22,660 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 17,262 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 13,275 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 10,311 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 9,791 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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EK08 ELJ is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK08 ELJ, 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 EK08 ELJ registered?

EK08 ELJ is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is EK08 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 ELJ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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