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FV08 LUH

2008 BMW 135

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,610 mi
Last recorded122,610 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 LUH
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 122,610 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 122,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 119,200 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 109,432 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 109,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 92,248 miles

Front suspension close to bump stops, car too low

Fail 3 Apr 2019 92,246 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front suspension close to bump stops, car too low

Pass 4 Apr 2018 73,910 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 55,991 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 44,094 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 34,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 24,981 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 21,567 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 17,397 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 14,335 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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FV08 LUH is a 2008 BMW 135 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 60,928 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 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 LUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV08 LUH registered?

FV08 LUH is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is FV08 LUH safe to buy?

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