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LY08 FKF

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,914 mi
Last recorded84,914 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 FKF
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 84,914 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 82,454 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 82,454 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 78,138 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 76,391 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 72,052 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 67,894 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 62,706 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 52,869 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,478 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 41,002 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 34,972 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 33,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr tyre has a deep cut

osf tyre has 2 deep cuts

osr tyre has a deep cut

Pass 23 Oct 2012 29,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

air bag warning light on

Pass 3 Jun 2011 19,963 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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LY08 FKF is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LY08 FKF, 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 LY08 FKF registered?

LY08 FKF is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is LY08 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 FKF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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