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FE08 LOD

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,270 mi
Last recorded37,270 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 LOD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 37,270 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 34,099 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 34,093 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2022 31,710 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 29,700 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 29,105 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 28,680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,068 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 24,693 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,595 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,503 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 15,583 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 12,631 miles

Front 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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FE08 LOD is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FE08 LOD, 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 FE08 LOD registered?

FE08 LOD is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 LOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 LOD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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