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SJ08 YYO

2008 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,581 mi
Last recorded31,581 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 YYO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 31,581 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 28,983 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 28,712 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 27,143 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 25,424 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 25,168 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 24,096 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 23,518 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 22,341 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 22,341 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 17,312 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 14,401 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 14,050 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 10,771 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,010 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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SJ08 YYO is a 2008 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 SJ08 YYO, 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

How do I check the history of SJ08 YYO?

You can check the full history of SJ08 YYO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SJ08 YYO registered?

SJ08 YYO is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is SJ08 YYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 YYO 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.

Does SJ08 YYO have outstanding finance?

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