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EK08 VLD

2008 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,385 mi
Last recorded78,385 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 13560,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 VLD
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 78,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 72,137 miles

sills covered by skirts

underside covered by trays

Pass 24 Apr 2018 65,187 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 57,095 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 50,873 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 43,505 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 41,058 miles

both front tyres perished

both rear tyres near wear indicators

front tyres slightly worn on both edges

rear tyres slightly worn on both edges

Pass 2 Dec 2013 37,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Dec 2012 32,015 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 28,088 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 21,540 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 21,540 miles

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

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

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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EK08 VLD 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 91.7%.

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 EK08 VLD, 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 EK08 VLD registered?

EK08 VLD is a 2008 BMW 135, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is EK08 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 VLD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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