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LA08 WBM

2008 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,357 mi
Last recorded41,357 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 WBM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 41,357 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 40,043 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 39,721 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 37,935 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 36,125 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 34,666 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 31,240 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 28,631 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 22,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2012 19,881 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,956 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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LA08 WBM is a 2008 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 LA08 WBM, 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 LA08 WBM registered?

LA08 WBM is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is LA08 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 WBM shows 11 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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