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RO08 UBD

2008 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,149 mi
Last recorded38,149 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 UBD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 38,149 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2025 37,279 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 36,904 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 35,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 33,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 32,477 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 28,907 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 24,070 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 20,381 miles

Rear drive belt has slight damage

Pass 20 Feb 2017 16,105 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 12,346 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 9,809 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2014 6,980 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 6,176 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 5,193 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 4,638 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2011 4,638 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2011 4,637 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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RO08 UBD is a 2008 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RO08 UBD, 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 RO08 UBD registered?

RO08 UBD is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is RO08 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 UBD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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