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LG08 ZJV

2008 BMW 135

Purple Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,876 mi
Last recorded126,876 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 ZJV
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 126,876 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 114,398 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 99,423 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 99,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2019 80,140 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 68,336 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 68,235 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm +worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 58,070 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 53,356 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 46,218 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 40,597 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 35,273 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 31,152 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,489 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 24,062 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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LG08 ZJV is a 2008 BMW 135 in Purple with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LG08 ZJV, 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 LG08 ZJV registered?

LG08 ZJV is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is LG08 ZJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 ZJV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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