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SR08 EFD

2008 BMW G Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,443 mi
Last recorded4,443 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW G Series4,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR08 EFD
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 4,443 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 4,443 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 4,173 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 4,153 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 3,630 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 3,522 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 1,307 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 1,128 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 479 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 479 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Lower Rear mono-shock insecure Adjustable pivot lock nut. (2.4.B.4)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 23 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 10,801 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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SR08 EFD is a 2008 BMW G Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 4,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SR08 EFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW G Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SR08 EFD registered?

SR08 EFD is a 2008 BMW G Series, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SR08 EFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR08 EFD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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