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LO08 DCY

2008 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,518 mi
Last recorded40,518 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 DCY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 40,518 miles

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub frame around pillion footrest hanger. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front forks were stiff in operation at start of test.

Fail 18 Mar 2026 40,514 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub frame around pillion footrest hanger. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front forks were stiff in operation at start of test.

Pass 13 Mar 2025 39,266 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 39,266 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 34,444 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 34,434 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 29,108 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 7 Mar 2023 29,104 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 25,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 23,110 miles

advise headlight damaged

Fail 9 Apr 2021 23,110 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

advise both tyres are flat

advise headlight damaged

Pass 10 Jul 2019 18,171 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 14,423 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 14,250 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2016 13,505 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 12,598 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 11,571 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 10,689 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 9,795 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 8,780 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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LO08 DCY is a 2008 BMW F Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,781 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO08 DCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LO08 DCY registered?

LO08 DCY is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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