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YK08 LNY

2008 BMW 6 Series

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,184 mi
Last recorded136,184 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 6 Series81,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 LNY
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 136,184 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 123,001 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 111,441 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/19 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

full cap seal in poor condition almost split

Fail 22 Jun 2021 111,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/19 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

full cap seal in poor condition almost split

Pass 19 Jun 2020 99,680 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 99,680 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 84,470 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ****ON LEGAL LIMIT AND BOLD ON INNER EDGE REPLACE A.S.A.P**** (5.2.3 (e))

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 ****ON LEGAL LIMIT AND BOLD ON INNER EDGE REPLACE A.S.A.P**** (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 75,432 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 19 Jun 2017 69,638 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Under trays and covers limit inspection

Pass 17 Jun 2016 63,002 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 57,323 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 51,505 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 46,989 miles

Both front tyre wearing on edges and cracking

Off side rear tyre getting low on tread and wearing on inside edge

Pass 7 Jun 2012 41,930 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,949 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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YK08 LNY is a 2008 BMW 6 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 81,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK08 LNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 6 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YK08 LNY registered?

YK08 LNY is a 2008 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 6 June 2008.

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