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HJ08 LXX

2008 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,247 mi
Last recorded53,247 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LXX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 53,247 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 53,237 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 53,230 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 53,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 52,396 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 52,907 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 52,904 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 52,899 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 52,713 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 52,161 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 52,021 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 51,881 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 51,881 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 50,172 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 46,151 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 42,117 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 38,861 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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HJ08 LXX is a 2008 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HJ08 LXX, 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 HJ08 LXX registered?

HJ08 LXX is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 LXX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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