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K121 MDW

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,439 mi
Last recorded39,439 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK121 MDW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 39,439 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 39,096 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 38,571 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 37,376 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 35,525 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 34,017 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 33,771 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 33,652 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 33,652 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 30,338 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 26,569 miles

Registration plate cracked

Pass 24 May 2016 20,088 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,624 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 16,987 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 13,830 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 11,361 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 8,708 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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K121 MDW is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K121 MDW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K121 MDW?

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What year was K121 MDW registered?

K121 MDW is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is K121 MDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K121 MDW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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