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VU08 YCE

2008 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,156 mi
Last recorded26,156 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 YCE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 26,156 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 25,126 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 21,339 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 18,706 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 16,947 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 16,445 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 15,825 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 12,535 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 11,899 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,409 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 10,435 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 9,612 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 9,072 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 8,247 miles

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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VU08 YCE is a 2008 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU08 YCE, 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

How do I check the history of VU08 YCE?

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What year was VU08 YCE registered?

VU08 YCE is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is VU08 YCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 YCE shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU08 YCE have outstanding finance?

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