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LR08 VCC

2008 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,122 mi
Last recorded41,122 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 VCC
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 41,122 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 41,100 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 39,783 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 37,940 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 36,232 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 33,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 33,508 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 31,128 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 28,263 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)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 28,263 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 26,186 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 19 Feb 2016 24,944 miles

rear tyres worn on inside of tread

Pass 19 Feb 2015 20,374 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 17,073 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 12,780 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 12,780 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,807 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 7,514 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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LR08 VCC is a 2008 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LR08 VCC, 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 LR08 VCC registered?

LR08 VCC is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is LR08 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 VCC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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