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K12 DKW

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,661 mi
Last recorded37,661 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 DKW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 37,661 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 37,064 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 36,187 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 34,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Mounting bobbins worn - discs slightly loose on rotors (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 32,480 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 30,795 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 30,292 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 28,405 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 26,664 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 23,884 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 22,672 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,807 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 17,105 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 14,848 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 12,609 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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K12 DKW is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K12 DKW, 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

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What year was K12 DKW registered?

K12 DKW is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is K12 DKW safe to buy?

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