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LF08 YYL

2008 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,432 mi
Last recorded82,432 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 YYL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2024 82,432 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 81,526 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 77,474 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 73,109 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 72,423 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 68,905 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 67,382 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 64,655 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2017 64,655 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 59,757 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 51,161 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 44,256 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2013 41,441 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 35,915 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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LF08 YYL is a 2008 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF08 YYL, 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.

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What year was LF08 YYL registered?

LF08 YYL is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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