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RC53 RFC

2008 BMW 135

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,317 mi
Last recorded81,317 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC53 RFC
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 81,317 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 80,809 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (4.1.D.1a)

Both front flexis slightly perished

Engine covers sill covers and under trays fitted

Unable to check rear seats/belts due to luggage

Unable to see front to rear brake pipes due to under trays

Pass 9 Nov 2016 72,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 70,240 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 60,905 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre cut to outer sidewall.

Pass 31 Jul 2013 52,030 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 42,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 29,481 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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RC53 RFC is a 2008 BMW 135 in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 60,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RC53 RFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RC53 RFC registered?

RC53 RFC is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is RC53 RFC safe to buy?

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