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SF08 YKV

2008 BMW 135

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,247 mi
Last recorded67,247 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 YKV
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 67,247 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 67,247 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 66,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 63,889 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 64,426 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 59,029 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 52,800 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 47,795 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 42,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,176 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 29,950 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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SF08 YKV is a 2008 BMW 135 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SF08 YKV, 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 SF08 YKV registered?

SF08 YKV is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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The MOT history for SF08 YKV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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