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GD08 LZU

2008 BMW 135

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

71,070 mi
Last recorded71,070 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 LZU
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 71,070 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 71,067 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 62,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong Advise (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong Advise (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strong Advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 52,099 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 52,099 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 41,824 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 15 Feb 2023 41,631 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40r18 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Feb 2022 34,694 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 33,397 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 31,575 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 31,550 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 29,505 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 5 Aug 2019 29,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 28 Jul 2018 27,576 miles

Rear tyres cracking on tread surface

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 28 Jul 2018 27,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear tyres cracking on tread surface

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Aug 2017 25,505 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 23,123 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 20,899 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 18,752 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 16,255 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise all tyres cracking in tread

advise lots of cuts in front tyres

Fail 1 Aug 2013 16,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise all tyres cracking in tread

advise lots of cuts in front tyres

Pass 1 Aug 2012 13,423 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 11,091 miles

All tyres perishing

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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GD08 LZU is a 2008 BMW 135 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GD08 LZU, 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 GD08 LZU registered?

GD08 LZU is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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