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AC08 PGV

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,191 mi
Last recorded143,191 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 143,191 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front, perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Sep 2022 143,157 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front, perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Sep 2021 139,981 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 139,972 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 127,763 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 119,394 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Jul 2019 119,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Aug 2018 110,205 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 108,643 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 108,641 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 97,234 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 82,731 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 80,996 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 67,475 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 53,395 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 36,999 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2011 27,830 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 27,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 PGV is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AC08 PGV, 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.

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AC08 PGV is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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