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VN08 OHJ

2008 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,692 mi
Last recorded89,692 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 OHJ
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 89,692 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 89,691 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 86,359 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 80,543 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 80,543 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 72,860 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 63,826 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 58,457 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,163 miles

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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VN08 OHJ is a 2008 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VN08 OHJ, 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 VN08 OHJ registered?

VN08 OHJ is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is VN08 OHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 OHJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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