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FE57 XYC

2008 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,383 mi
Last recorded33,383 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE57 XYC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2023 33,383 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 29,314 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 24,434 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 24,432 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 21,078 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 17,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2016 16,575 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,794 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 7,799 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 7,685 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 7,000 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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FE57 XYC is a 2008 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 FE57 XYC, 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 FE57 XYC registered?

FE57 XYC is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is FE57 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE57 XYC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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