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A15 FSW

2008 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,188 mi
Last recorded28,188 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 FSW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 28,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 27,289 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 26,240 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 25,045 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 24,086 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 23,127 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 22,324 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 20,966 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 19,414 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 17,860 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 16,134 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 14,623 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 13,136 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing lower on edges

Pass 26 Feb 2013 11,425 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 9,439 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

slight uneven application and squeel from park brake-may require service/adjustment

Pass 25 Feb 2011 8,007 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A15 FSW is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 85,184 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 FSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 FSW registered?

A15 FSW is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is A15 FSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 FSW shows 16 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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