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AN08 PJU

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

144,251 mi
Last recorded144,251 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 PJU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 144,251 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 134,009 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 118,011 miles

under/upper tray fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2016 114,077 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

under/upper tray fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 168,615 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 104,433 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 94,179 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 93,690 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 85,374 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 76,061 miles

oil leak

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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AN08 PJU is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AN08 PJU, 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 AN08 PJU registered?

AN08 PJU is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is AN08 PJU safe to buy?

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