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YA08 CRU

2008 BMW 135

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

65,288 mi
Last recorded65,288 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 CRU
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 65,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 63,234 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated minimal surface perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated minimal surface perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 60,572 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 59,337 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 59,337 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking At the bleed screw. (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 57,343 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 56,655 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 53,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 49,726 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 47,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 43,871 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Bridgestone Potenza reo5oa rft 245/45 r18 88y ()

Pass 25 Jun 2015 40,810 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 36,625 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 32,986 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 32,303 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 32,303 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2012 17,508 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,616 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 12,468 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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YA08 CRU is a 2008 BMW 135 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YA08 CRU, 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 YA08 CRU registered?

YA08 CRU is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is YA08 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 CRU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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