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AA08 LRK

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,031 mi
Last recorded158,031 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 LRK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 158,031 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively wire routed incorrectly, chafing on lower suspension arm (1.6 (d))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 16 Nov 2020 158,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively wire routed incorrectly, chafing on lower suspension arm (1.6 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 13 May 2019 123,217 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 105,585 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2017 102,627 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 96,131 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 91,473 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 86,871 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 79,676 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jun 2013 79,602 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 69,406 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2011 53,400 miles

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 LRK is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LRK, 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.

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What year was AA08 LRK registered?

AA08 LRK is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AA08 LRK safe to buy?

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