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ST08 XJB

2008 BMW G Series

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,468 mi
Last recorded37,468 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW G Series4,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 XJB
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 37,468 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2014 26,430 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 4,163 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 2,437 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 2,346 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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ST08 XJB is a 2008 BMW G Series in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 ST08 XJB, 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 ST08 XJB registered?

ST08 XJB is a 2008 BMW G Series, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is ST08 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 XJB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST08 XJB have outstanding finance?

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