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AO58 XML

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,571 mi
Last recorded128,571 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO58 XML
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 128,571 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff/ Prop shaft oil sill (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 115,314 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 99,219 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 93,556 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 93,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 80,829 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn low on outer edges, not considered full depth tread from new

exhaust front flexable section in poor condition

Pass 10 Jan 2014 71,531 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 61,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 49,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AO58 XML is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO58 XML, 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.

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What year was AO58 XML registered?

AO58 XML is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is AO58 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO58 XML shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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