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HV08 WHE

2008 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,560 mi
Last recorded41,560 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 WHE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 41,560 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 37,865 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 31,704 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 27,373 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 25,448 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 25,448 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 24,919 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 24,919 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 24,902 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,516 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 18,627 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 18,627 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 14,611 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 10,126 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 9,583 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 8,645 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,764 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 7,023 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 6,474 miles

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

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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HV08 WHE is a 2008 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HV08 WHE, 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 HV08 WHE registered?

HV08 WHE is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is HV08 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 WHE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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