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GL08 WYM

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,575 mi
Last recorded16,575 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 WYM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 16,575 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 16,422 miles

rear tyre plugged

Pass 13 Jan 2023 15,294 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 15,206 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 15,162 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 14,426 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 12,044 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Oct 2013 8,856 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 8,856 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 8,619 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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GL08 WYM is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GL08 WYM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL08 WYM registered?

GL08 WYM is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is GL08 WYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 WYM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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