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AC08 GUH

2008 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,971 mi
Last recorded159,971 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GUH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 159,971 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 148,458 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 140,426 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2018 135,603 miles

under body/engine covers fitted

Fail 15 May 2018 135,603 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

under body/engine covers fitted

Pass 6 May 2017 130,191 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 126,039 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 125,983 miles

Front Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 118,991 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 114,707 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 114,568 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 May 2013 111,205 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 108,733 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 78,878 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 GUH is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GUH, 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 GUH registered?

AC08 GUH is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is AC08 GUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 GUH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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