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K12 SBL

2008 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,708 mi
Last recorded31,708 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 31,708 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 29,257 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 27,061 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 25,659 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 23,121 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 20,364 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 16,317 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2018 16,260 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 16,209 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 16,065 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 15,607 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 14,549 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 13,919 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 9,817 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 SBL is a 2008 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 SBL, 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 SBL registered?

K12 SBL is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is K12 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 SBL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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