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AA08 UVR

2008 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

113,881 mi
Last recorded113,881 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 UVR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 113,881 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 113,881 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 106,812 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 99,844 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 99,844 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 93,934 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

engine & body under panels fitted

Fail 6 May 2021 93,934 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine & body under panels fitted

Pass 7 May 2020 87,347 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 80,626 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 70,483 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 59,769 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 46,519 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 40,537 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 33,968 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 28,772 miles

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

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

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)

n/s/+o/s front tyres badly worn on outer edges

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 May 2012 23,037 miles

both front tyres wearing outer edge

Pass 9 May 2011 17,422 miles

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 UVR is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 UVR, 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 UVR registered?

AA08 UVR is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is AA08 UVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 UVR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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