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A21 SHL

2008 BMW 130

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

88,112 mi
Last recorded88,112 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13078,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 SHL
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 88,112 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated [Both] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 82,365 miles

undertray covers fitted

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2024 79,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 78,415 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 8 Feb 2022 76,779 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 73,833 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 73,833 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 72,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 69,709 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 66,069 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 62,970 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2016 59,685 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

child seats fitted

engine and body covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2015 55,396 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2014 51,206 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 45,447 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 41,536 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,452 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,976 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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A21 SHL is a 2008 BMW 130 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 78,027 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 SHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A21 SHL registered?

A21 SHL is a 2008 BMW 130, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is A21 SHL safe to buy?

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