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LC08 YTJ

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

36,510 mi
Last recorded36,510 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YTJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 36,510 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,927 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 35,650 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 34,014 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 33,749 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 33,211 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 32,757 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 30,592 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 27,892 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 27,322 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 23,902 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 21,364 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 21,282 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 20,125 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,020 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 12,676 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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LC08 YTJ is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LC08 YTJ, 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 LC08 YTJ registered?

LC08 YTJ is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is LC08 YTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 YTJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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