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A18 JDX

2008 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

196,427 mi
Last recorded196,427 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 JDX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 196,427 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 164,660 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 135,140 miles

nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

offside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit

Pass 7 Aug 2015 107,879 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 81,644 miles

EMISSION CLEANER ADDED

Pass 15 Jul 2013 55,095 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 42,031 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,966 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 34,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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A18 JDX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A18 JDX, 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 A18 JDX registered?

A18 JDX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is A18 JDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 JDX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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