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VK08 ZTO

2008 BMW 135

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,346 mi
Last recorded92,346 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 ZTO
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 92,346 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 90,375 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 88,064 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 84,350 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 83,141 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 78,277 miles

advise brake warning lamp on dash

advise o/s/r tyre inside edge/condition

Pass 15 Aug 2018 70,142 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 70,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 69,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 65,878 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 59,210 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 54,764 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 51,558 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 46,351 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 44,986 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 43,604 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 43,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VK08 ZTO is a 2008 BMW 135 in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VK08 ZTO, 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

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What year was VK08 ZTO registered?

VK08 ZTO is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is VK08 ZTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 ZTO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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