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GL08 YOT

2008 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,803 mi
Last recorded33,803 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 YOT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 33,803 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2021 33,801 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 31,774 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 29,408 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 27,665 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 27,635 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,732 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 24,728 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,020 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 22,020 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2013 19,324 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 17,028 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 14,621 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 YOT is a 2008 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YOT, 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 GL08 YOT registered?

GL08 YOT is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is GL08 YOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 YOT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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