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RO08 XSD

2008 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,162 mi
Last recorded28,162 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 XSD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 28,162 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 28,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 28,042 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Head race bearings notch in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front pads very low (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Right front fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 28,037 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak BOTH FORK SEALS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 28,031 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 27,876 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 27,818 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 26,803 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 26,720 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 26,720 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 23,534 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit just legal (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just legal (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 15,410 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 13,591 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 11,664 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 8,231 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 8,231 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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 XSD is a 2008 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RO08 XSD, 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 XSD registered?

RO08 XSD is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is RO08 XSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 XSD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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