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GV08 FSL

2008 BMW 135

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,406 mi
Last recorded56,406 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 FSL
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 56,406 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 55,016 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 53,506 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 52,545 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 50,556 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 49,057 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 47,414 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 45,941 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 42,961 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 38,948 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 38,948 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2015 35,350 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 31,648 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 25,929 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 19,168 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,125 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 7,453 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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GV08 FSL is a 2008 BMW 135 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV08 FSL, 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

How do I check the history of GV08 FSL?

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What year was GV08 FSL registered?

GV08 FSL is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GV08 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 FSL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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