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LC08 LUR

2008 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,858 mi
Last recorded26,858 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 LUR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 26,858 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 24,391 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 22,239 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 20,385 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 18,405 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 16,660 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 15,045 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 12,106 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort this test is borderline (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 11,236 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 9,357 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 9,357 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))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2016 8,023 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 6,381 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 4,651 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 4,651 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 4,561 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 4,561 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 4,316 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 2,429 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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LC08 LUR is a 2008 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,781 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC08 LUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 LUR registered?

LC08 LUR is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is LC08 LUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 LUR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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