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MT08 VXY

2008 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,288 mi
Last recorded41,288 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 VXY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 41,288 miles

Rear rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 20 Jun 2025 41,026 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 40,913 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 39,599 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 36,098 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 30,435 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 16,098 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 15,375 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 14,200 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 14,200 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Mar 2016 12,521 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 12,521 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 10,983 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 9,220 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 9,094 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 9,094 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 6,900 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2011 4,092 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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MT08 VXY is a 2008 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,781 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT08 VXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MT08 VXY registered?

MT08 VXY is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is MT08 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 VXY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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