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AP08 KFR

2008 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

112,602 mi
Last recorded112,602 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 KFR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 112,602 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 108,728 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi has a minor leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 104,921 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

tpms on

Fail 7 Jun 2024 104,921 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

tpms on

Pass 15 Jun 2023 100,730 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 100,730 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 96,876 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 92,974 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2021 92,974 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working when fog light is on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

TPMS indicates a fault with the system

Pass 6 Jul 2020 89,429 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2020 89,429 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 85,325 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 81,554 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 75,317 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 75,317 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 68,461 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 64,637 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 64,637 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 59,521 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 51,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 May 2012 43,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Tyre pressure warning light is on.

Pass 24 May 2012 43,196 miles

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

Tyre pressure warning light is on.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 32,416 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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AP08 KFR is a 2008 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP08 KFR, 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 AP08 KFR registered?

AP08 KFR is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is AP08 KFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 KFR shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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