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HJ08 LXY

2008 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,777 mi
Last recorded43,777 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LXY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 43,777 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2026 43,777 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 42,498 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 40,956 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 37,686 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 34,306 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 33,352 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 29,318 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 28,419 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2016 25,625 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 21,928 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 19,738 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 18,202 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,877 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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HJ08 LXY is a 2008 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ08 LXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ08 LXY registered?

HJ08 LXY is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 LXY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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