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PG08 UTX

2008 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,323 mi
Last recorded17,323 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 UTX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 17,323 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 17,315 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 17,315 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 16,996 miles

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 13,798 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 9,037 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 8,479 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 8,440 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 6,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 5,230 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 5,230 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 2,932 miles

Steering damper leaking and loss of damping

Fail 26 Jun 2012 1,119 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 1,119 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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PG08 UTX is a 2008 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PG08 UTX, 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

How do I check the history of PG08 UTX?

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What year was PG08 UTX registered?

PG08 UTX is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is PG08 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG08 UTX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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