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AK08 MTN

2008 BMW 118

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,999 mi
Last recorded111,999 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 MTN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 111,999 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 111,611 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 104,910 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 101,898 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 95,378 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 95,179 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 86,814 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 83,626 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 78,355 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 74,435 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 67,744 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,799 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 61,945 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 57,499 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 51,056 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 46,661 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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AK08 MTN is a 2008 BMW 118 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AK08 MTN, 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 AK08 MTN registered?

AK08 MTN is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is AK08 MTN safe to buy?

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