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HN08 LXU

2008 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

117,157 mi
Last recorded117,157 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 LXU
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 117,157 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 115,591 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 114,695 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 113,078 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 110,937 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 107,888 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 105,258 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 102,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 102,918 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 98,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 94,375 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 88,687 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 88,673 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Coolant leak

Pass 2 Apr 2015 86,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 82,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 74,254 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 66,071 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 54,660 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2011 51,456 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 51,456 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres bald on edges

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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HN08 LXU is a 2008 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HN08 LXU, 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

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What year was HN08 LXU registered?

HN08 LXU is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is HN08 LXU safe to buy?

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