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SH05 JDK

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

142,729 mi
Last recorded142,729 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 JDK
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 142,729 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 140,938 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat rattle ? (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 133,984 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALSO SLIGHTLY BINDING (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 118,985 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 110,125 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 110,125 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 105,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 95,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 85,996 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 77,009 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 65,872 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 55,704 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 47,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2012 39,331 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 27,814 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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SH05 JDK is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SH05 JDK, 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 SH05 JDK registered?

SH05 JDK is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 13 October 2008.

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The MOT history for SH05 JDK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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