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OV08 VCZ

2008 BMW Gs

Yellow Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,414 mi
Last recorded30,414 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW Gs23,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 VCZ
MakeBMW
ModelGs
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 30,414 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 30,414 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 29,028 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 25,224 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 21,429 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 16,274 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Nov 2013 10,854 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 4,303 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Gs?

Based on 2,054 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,578
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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OV08 VCZ is a 2008 BMW Gs in Yellow with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 23,341 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 Gs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV08 VCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this BMW Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV08 VCZ registered?

OV08 VCZ is a 2008 BMW Gs, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is OV08 VCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 VCZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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