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N54 BYE

2008 BMW 135

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

120,902 mi
Last recorded120,902 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN54 BYE
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 120,902 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 115,731 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 107,683 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 101,201 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 93,541 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 89,158 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 85,116 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 85,116 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 79,983 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 74,884 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 67,528 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 67,003 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 61,524 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 61,514 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 53,927 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 50,075 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 45,657 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,095 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 36,664 miles

nearside rear jacking cushion missing

Fail 7 Sep 2010 36,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

nearside rear jacking cushion missing

Pass 10 Aug 2010 36,648 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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N54 BYE is a 2008 BMW 135 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N54 BYE, 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 N54 BYE registered?

N54 BYE is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is N54 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N54 BYE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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