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GB08 BTW

2008 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,904 mi
Last recorded61,904 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB08 BTW
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 61,904 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 61,012 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 61,012 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 59,051 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2023 58,971 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 58,673 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 57,319 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 57,319 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 55,571 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 49,158 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 44,070 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 34,964 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine cover and tray obscuring underside of components

Pass 30 Oct 2015 31,360 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 25,705 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 22,689 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 14,402 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 10,287 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 7 Sep 2011 10,281 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres cracking in tread

plastic covers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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GB08 BTW is a 2008 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GB08 BTW, 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 GB08 BTW registered?

GB08 BTW is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is GB08 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB08 BTW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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