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L18 AFY

2008 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,449 mi
Last recorded65,449 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 AFY
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 65,449 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 65,449 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 65,322 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 64,087 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 62,194 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 23 Feb 2021 59,841 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 58,035 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 13 Feb 2020 58,020 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible front and rear (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 9 Feb 2019 53,647 miles

Nearside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Feb 2019 53,647 miles

Registration plate incorrect both (0.1 (c))

Nearside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 48,069 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,752 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 28,749 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 24,794 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,733 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 21,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 14,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 4,544 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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L18 AFY is a 2008 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 60,928 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 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L18 AFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L18 AFY registered?

L18 AFY is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is L18 AFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 AFY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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