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LC08 YHW

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,864 mi
Last recorded39,864 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YHW
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 39,864 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 38,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 37,970 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 37,516 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 36,331 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 56,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 56,783 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 34,337 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2020 34,337 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 32,149 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 30,997 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 30,470 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 29,699 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 29,464 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,141 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 27,487 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 24,763 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 21,894 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,744 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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LC08 YHW is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC08 YHW, 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 LC08 YHW registered?

LC08 YHW is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LC08 YHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 YHW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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