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MJ08 EYP

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,279 mi
Last recorded97,279 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 EYP
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 97,279 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 96,026 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 92,188 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 86,930 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 80,859 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 76,283 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 70,975 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 64,286 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 56,678 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 50,335 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 50,333 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 44,634 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 41,675 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 25,596 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 16,181 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 16,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 9,051 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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MJ08 EYP is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MJ08 EYP, 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 MJ08 EYP registered?

MJ08 EYP is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is MJ08 EYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 EYP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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