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AP08 NJU

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

157,138 mi
Last recorded157,138 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 NJU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 157,138 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jun 2025 153,584 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 148,364 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 142,912 miles

Nearside Front tyre is getting low

Pass 13 Jun 2022 137,665 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread needs attention (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 132,020 miles

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

Front disc lipped

Rear disc lipped

Pass 13 Jun 2020 126,965 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 121,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 115,764 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 107,348 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 107,343 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 96,935 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jul 2015 87,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jul 2014 82,786 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 73,850 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 68,465 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 68,465 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 51,092 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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AP08 NJU is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AP08 NJU, 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 NJU registered?

AP08 NJU is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 NJU shows 18 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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