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AF08 LUM

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

207,306 mi
Last recorded207,306 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 LUM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 207,306 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2022 195,796 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2021 177,224 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 167,794 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 162,934 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 158,038 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 158,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 149,515 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jan 2016 132,810 miles

Front exhaust flexible section broken.

Fail 28 Jan 2016 132,810 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Front exhaust flexible section broken.

Oil leak.

Pass 5 Feb 2015 111,858 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 88,276 miles

Front discs worn and pads wearing thin.

Pass 25 Jan 2013 68,793 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 53,665 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 53,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front 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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AF08 LUM 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 AF08 LUM, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 LUM?

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What year was AF08 LUM registered?

AF08 LUM is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is AF08 LUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 LUM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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