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WJ08 ZFO

2008 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,578 mi
Last recorded30,578 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 ZFO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 30,578 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 30,265 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 25,938 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 25,537 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 24,555 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 24,354 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 24,331 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,080 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 23,079 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 20,508 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,322 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 15,308 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 12,912 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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WJ08 ZFO is a 2008 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WJ08 ZFO, 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 WJ08 ZFO registered?

WJ08 ZFO is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WJ08 ZFO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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