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AC08 PFX

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,305 mi
Last recorded121,305 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 PFX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 121,305 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 111,665 miles

front brake discs diameter appears too small

Fail 10 Apr 2017 111,665 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs diameter appears too small

Pass 14 Jan 2015 104,422 miles

Exhaust front pipe mounting bracket insecure

Nearside front tyre worn bold on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2015 104,273 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust front pipe mounting bracket insecure

Nearside front tyre worn bold on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2013 93,960 miles

front discs lipped

front number plate cracked

mistyness of oil around engine

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre worn bold on inner edge (1.6mm)

rear pads wearing very thin

Pass 18 Dec 2012 85,628 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 68,405 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 63,408 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,986 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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AC08 PFX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PFX, 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 PFX registered?

AC08 PFX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is AC08 PFX safe to buy?

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