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FL08 SOJ

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,817 mi
Last recorded26,817 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 SOJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 26,817 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 26,292 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 25,521 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 25,377 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 25,099 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 24,310 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 23,809 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 23,062 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 23,062 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2017 22,361 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 21,475 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 20,129 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 19,320 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 17,286 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 14,790 miles

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

screw in rear tyre

Pass 22 Jul 2011 11,918 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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FL08 SOJ is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 FL08 SOJ, 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 FL08 SOJ registered?

FL08 SOJ is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is FL08 SOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 SOJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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