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YA08 DRO

2008 BMW 135

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,215 mi
Last recorded114,215 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 DRO
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2018 114,215 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 102,013 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 86,132 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 78,939 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Feb 2014 51,709 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 38,683 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 36,186 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 28,769 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 DRO is a 2008 BMW 135 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DRO, 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 DRO registered?

YA08 DRO is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is YA08 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 DRO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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