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LP08 YLK

2008 BMW 6 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,366 mi
Last recorded87,366 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 6 Series81,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 YLK
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 87,366 miles

n/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 17 Aug 2015 76,742 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 69,942 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 58,442 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 47,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 47,892 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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LP08 YLK is a 2008 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 81,110 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 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LP08 YLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 6 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LP08 YLK?

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What year was LP08 YLK registered?

LP08 YLK is a 2008 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is LP08 YLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 YLK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP08 YLK have outstanding finance?

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