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AN08 WWS

2008 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,111 mi
Last recorded150,111 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 WWS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 150,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 150,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 143,907 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 131,634 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 124,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low for print out.

front exhaust flexi in poor condition and slight blow.

sill covers fitted.

slight movement in nearside rear and offside rear suspension arm bushes.

Pass 8 Feb 2014 108,415 miles

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

Front tyres wearing

Pass 1 Feb 2013 93,799 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 84,800 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 72,681 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 72,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 WWS is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AN08 WWS, 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 WWS registered?

AN08 WWS is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is AN08 WWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 WWS shows 10 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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