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YL08 WTA

2008 BMW 135

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,923 mi
Last recorded107,923 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 WTA
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 107,923 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 96,075 miles

Central vehicle covers and under trays covering some components

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 91,118 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2021 91,082 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 86,364 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 78,368 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 73,975 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2018 73,974 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2017 61,384 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 51,457 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 43,014 miles

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 31 Dec 2013 36,311 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 30,483 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 25,583 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 25,583 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YL08 WTA is a 2008 BMW 135 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL08 WTA, 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 YL08 WTA registered?

YL08 WTA is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is YL08 WTA safe to buy?

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