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AC08 GSZ

2008 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,402 mi
Last recorded152,402 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GSZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 152,402 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 143,196 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 137,351 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 138,352 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 133,580 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 131,713 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 122,626 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 110,685 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 102,145 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 93,050 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)

child seat fitted nearside rear unable to fully test adult belt

Pass 14 Apr 2015 85,301 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 74,590 miles

Front tyres cracked and worn low on edges

Rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 5 Apr 2013 63,592 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,618 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,239 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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AC08 GSZ is a 2008 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AC08 GSZ, 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 AC08 GSZ registered?

AC08 GSZ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is AC08 GSZ safe to buy?

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