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K155 WHT

2008 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

28,825 mi
Last recorded28,825 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 WHT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 28,825 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 May 2019 28,604 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 28,570 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 28,042 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 19 May 2017 27,810 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 27,778 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 27,020 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 23,781 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 18,880 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 18,677 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 17,762 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 17,762 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 16,604 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 14,480 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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K155 WHT is a 2008 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K155 WHT, 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 K155 WHT registered?

K155 WHT is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is K155 WHT safe to buy?

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