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AA08 FWJ

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,756 mi
Last recorded108,756 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FWJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 108,756 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2026 108,756 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 May 2025 106,055 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 106,055 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 105,926 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 105,925 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2023 92,224 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2022 82,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

under suspension components corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2021 78,006 miles

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

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

rear suspension units corroded

undercovers fitted

water on the inside off front headlight

Fail 8 Feb 2021 78,006 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear suspension units corroded

tpms light on

undercovers fitted

water on the inside off front headlight

Pass 4 Jun 2019 70,444 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 21 May 2018 63,638 miles

emission has to clean to detect

parking Brake lever has little reserve

Pass 3 Apr 2017 55,098 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 50,675 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 45,519 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 42,016 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 32,527 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 28,725 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 26,124 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 21,121 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)

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

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

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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AA08 FWJ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AA08 FWJ, 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 AA08 FWJ registered?

AA08 FWJ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AA08 FWJ safe to buy?

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