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AF08 MEN

2011 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,618 mi
Last recorded140,618 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 MEN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 140,618 miles

Central Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 140,618 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 137,570 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 137,404 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 129,043 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 115,734 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 112,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 103,980 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 96,569 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 96,509 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 77,241 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 59,501 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 48,346 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 35,638 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 26,236 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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AF08 MEN is a 2011 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 74,478 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 AF08 MEN, 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 15 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF08 MEN?

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What year was AF08 MEN registered?

AF08 MEN is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is AF08 MEN safe to buy?

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