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YK08 LME

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,239 mi
Last recorded81,239 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 LME
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 81,239 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 76,235 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 72,637 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 72,637 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 68,326 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 64,245 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 57,325 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 42,820 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 38,013 miles

front wipers poor

Pass 17 Feb 2012 33,110 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 29,412 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 29,411 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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YK08 LME is a 2008 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 YK08 LME, 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 YK08 LME registered?

YK08 LME is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is YK08 LME safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 LME shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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