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NC08 OVB

2008 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,208 mi
Last recorded54,208 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 OVB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 54,208 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 53,999 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 52,769 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 51,791 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 49,652 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 46,806 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 46,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 45,455 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 41,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 May 2019 41,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 34,674 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 26,704 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 19,551 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 13,096 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 13,090 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 12,878 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 12,542 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 9,941 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 2,881 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 2,881 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 2,631 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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NC08 OVB is a 2008 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 22,782 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NC08 OVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 18 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NC08 OVB registered?

NC08 OVB is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is NC08 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC08 OVB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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