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OV08 RTO

2008 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,335 mi
Last recorded29,335 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW K Series22,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 RTO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 29,335 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 27,758 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 24,822 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 24,822 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 24,366 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 24,160 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 23,826 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 23,815 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 23,605 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 22,714 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 22,545 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 19,315 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 14,184 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 11,147 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 11,147 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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OV08 RTO is a 2008 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OV08 RTO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV08 RTO registered?

OV08 RTO is a 2008 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is OV08 RTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 RTO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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