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GX08 WKJ

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,125 mi
Last recorded88,125 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 WKJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 88,125 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2017 87,039 miles

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

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2017 87,039 miles

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

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2016 84,516 miles

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2016 84,424 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 82,843 miles

Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 82,838 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 82,838 miles

Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,579 miles

Front Tyre Worn Unevenly

Fail 17 Feb 2014 74,575 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre Worn Unevenly

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2013 67,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 67,678 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 67,433 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2011 50,804 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 50,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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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GX08 WKJ is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GX08 WKJ, 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 GX08 WKJ registered?

GX08 WKJ is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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