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RO08 UAL

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,833 mi
Last recorded107,833 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 UAL
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 107,833 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDE ()

Pass 20 Feb 2025 106,478 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 105,123 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 103,973 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 102,513 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 101,202 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 98,047 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 92,521 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 88,048 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 79,915 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 71,346 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 62,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 54,832 miles

Nearside Rear 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 31 Oct 2012 50,793 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 40,120 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 35,836 miles

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

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

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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RO08 UAL is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RO08 UAL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO08 UAL registered?

RO08 UAL is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is RO08 UAL safe to buy?

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