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MJ08 LFE

2008 BMW G Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,989 mi
Last recorded20,989 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW G Series4,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 LFE
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 20,989 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 18,697 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 16,570 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 16,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 16,434 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 16,113 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 15,177 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 10,592 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,144 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 5,732 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 4,077 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 1,702 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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MJ08 LFE is a 2008 BMW G Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 4,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ08 LFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW G Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ08 LFE registered?

MJ08 LFE is a 2008 BMW G Series, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is MJ08 LFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 LFE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ08 LFE have outstanding finance?

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