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AF08 SNE

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,891 mi
Last recorded118,891 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 118,891 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Jun 2022 111,128 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2022 111,103 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 99,268 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Parking brake lever little reserve travel

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 10mm within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 89,477 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 10mm within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 89,347 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 10mm within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 81,473 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 77,056 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads worn low inner strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

handbrake getting high

Pass 25 Sep 2017 71,542 miles

both front windscreen washer jets spraying weak

Pass 29 Sep 2016 64,172 miles

FRONT BRAKE PAD SENSORS NOT CONNECTED ( NEW D& P)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 58,118 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 50,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning system indicating tyre pressure low. All tyres seem ok

Pass 28 Sep 2013 41,100 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 28,707 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,417 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 82,744 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2011 16,820 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 SNE is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SNE, 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 AF08 SNE registered?

AF08 SNE is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is AF08 SNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 SNE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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