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ST08 XAK

2008 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,122 mi
Last recorded26,122 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 XAK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 26,122 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 24,396 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 23,378 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 21,757 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 17,546 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 17,139 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 16,152 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 16,152 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 14,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 13,256 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 12,486 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 9,382 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 9,381 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 9,380 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 9,379 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 9,379 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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ST08 XAK is a 2008 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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

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 ST08 XAK, 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

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What year was ST08 XAK registered?

ST08 XAK is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is ST08 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 XAK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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