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AB08 LNC

2008 BMW 118

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,210 mi
Last recorded111,210 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 LNC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 111,210 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 103,631 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 96,283 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 90,992 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 90,992 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 84,398 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 70,482 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 60,723 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 60,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 50,656 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2012 50,656 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2011 36,859 miles

damage to windscreen

nearside front tyre worn close to limit/worn outer edge/deteriorated

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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AB08 LNC is a 2008 BMW 118 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB08 LNC, 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 AB08 LNC registered?

AB08 LNC is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AB08 LNC safe to buy?

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