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WJ08 ZGF

2008 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,558 mi
Last recorded47,558 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F Series18,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 ZGF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 47,558 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 47,558 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 46,902 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 45,479 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,744 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 40,950 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 40,950 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 35,864 miles

Drive chain tight.

Exhaust slightly noisy.

Pass 20 May 2017 35,707 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 33,026 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 30,238 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2015 30,233 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 27,759 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 21,753 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 13,577 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,258 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 ZGF is a 2008 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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

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 ZGF, 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 ZGF registered?

WJ08 ZGF is a 2008 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is WJ08 ZGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 ZGF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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