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OY08 SXK

2008 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

44,160 mi
Last recorded44,160 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 SXK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 44,160 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 41,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 39,185 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort on limit at 3 blocks (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 35,695 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 33,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 31,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 31,551 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 28,662 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 28,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 28,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 27,508 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 25,169 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 25,169 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2015 22,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 22,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 19,915 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 16,887 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 15,217 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,118 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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OY08 SXK is a 2008 BMW F Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,781 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY08 SXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY08 SXK registered?

OY08 SXK is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is OY08 SXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 SXK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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