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AD57 VVA

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,775 mi
Last recorded174,775 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 VVA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 174,775 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front damaged

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake light lens cracked

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 174,775 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front damaged

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake light lens cracked

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 169,056 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 162,149 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 157,036 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 152,029 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 145,033 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 145,033 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 May 2016 132,336 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 126,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 118,169 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 97,034 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 78,018 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 63,755 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 63,755 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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AD57 VVA is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AD57 VVA, 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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What year was AD57 VVA registered?

AD57 VVA is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 12 February 2008.

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