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HJ08 XKF

2008 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,160 mi
Last recorded48,160 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 XKF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 48,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Borderline rivets worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively borderline rivets worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 44,084 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 41,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 41,867 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced front inop. (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick front inner pads. (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 38,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 36,693 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 36,693 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 32,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 25,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength disc rivets (3.2.A1)

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength disc rivets (3.2.A1)

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2016 23,313 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 22,790 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2015 22,716 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 22,488 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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 XKF is a 2008 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XKF, 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.

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What year was HJ08 XKF registered?

HJ08 XKF is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 XKF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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