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SN08 KVK

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

119,842 mi
Last recorded119,842 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 KVK
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 119,842 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 112,826 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 98,497 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 93,208 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 92,284 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 92,277 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 89,885 miles

Rear TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Pass 27 Feb 2019 85,270 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 78,082 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 67,760 miles

Front tyres worn on edges and deteriorated

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear tyres wearing low

Pass 1 Apr 2016 58,907 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 58,907 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 53,226 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 53,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,897 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 37,188 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 24,540 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 24,533 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 18,383 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 18,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 18,338 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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SN08 KVK is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SN08 KVK, 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

How do I check the history of SN08 KVK?

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What year was SN08 KVK registered?

SN08 KVK is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is SN08 KVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 KVK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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