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LS08 NXK

2008 BMW 130

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

79,517 mi
Last recorded79,517 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 13078,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 NXK
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 79,517 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 79,516 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 78,197 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 78,197 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Mounting bracket attachment (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 76,538 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 76,538 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 75,663 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 75,658 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 74,705 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 74,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2019 69,163 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 69,163 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 64,357 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 64,357 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 59,367 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 54,516 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 54,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn On Inner Edge & Slightly On Outer Edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 49,219 miles

Both Sides Rear Tyres Getting Low On Tread.

Fail 23 Mar 2015 49,219 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both Sides Rear Tyres Getting Low On Tread.

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

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Lamp Illuminated.

Pass 27 Feb 2014 42,547 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 38,567 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 38,446 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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)

tread worn low on inner/outer edge on both front tyres

Pass 15 Mar 2012 34,449 miles

cracks between tread on both front tyres

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,989 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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LS08 NXK is a 2008 BMW 130 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 78,027 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS08 NXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS08 NXK registered?

LS08 NXK is a 2008 BMW 130, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is LS08 NXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 NXK shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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