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LJ08 HCL

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,261 mi
Last recorded108,261 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HCL
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2024 108,261 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Differential corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 104,220 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 104,186 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Both Sides Sills Covers, Engine Undertray & Undersides Covers Fitted.

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 100,975 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 99,309 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 91,058 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 91,058 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2017 81,722 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 63,721 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 55,757 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 47,023 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2013 35,970 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 31,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 24,267 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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LJ08 HCL is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ08 HCL, 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 LJ08 HCL registered?

LJ08 HCL is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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