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AA08 JYV

2008 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,429 mi
Last recorded148,429 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 JYV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 148,429 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 141,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 141,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 136,518 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 130,750 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 127,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 18 May 2018 127,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 123,942 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 117,342 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 109,670 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre size- 205/55-R16 91H.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 103,958 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 100,012 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 97,472 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 76,636 miles

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

Offside 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 JYV is a 2008 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JYV, 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 JYV registered?

AA08 JYV is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AA08 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 JYV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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