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EN08 AYU

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,303 mi
Last recorded42,303 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 AYU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 42,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 42,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 42,206 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 42,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 42,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 41,657 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 39,221 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 37,827 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 36,848 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 36,821 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2018 36,821 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 31,477 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 31,471 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake CALIPERS SEIZED (3.3.C2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 24,596 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 17,526 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 12,654 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 9,890 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 5,477 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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EN08 AYU is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 EN08 AYU, 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

How do I check the history of EN08 AYU?

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What year was EN08 AYU registered?

EN08 AYU is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is EN08 AYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 AYU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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