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NC08 XWA

2008 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,749 mi
Last recorded39,749 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 XWA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 39,749 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 37,656 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 37,656 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 33,881 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 32,942 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 32,541 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 32,212 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 31,485 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 28,871 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 24,725 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 18,295 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 18,203 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 18,203 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 15,394 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 14,719 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 May 2012 14,719 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 12,529 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 XWA is a 2008 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XWA, 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 XWA registered?

NC08 XWA is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is NC08 XWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC08 XWA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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