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AP08 SDZ

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,789 mi
Last recorded124,789 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SDZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 124,789 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust rear section clamp fouling subframe

Fail 25 Jan 2020 124,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust rear section clamp fouling subframe

Pass 30 Jan 2019 116,633 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 103,435 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 98,898 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 92,069 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 85,992 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 78,062 miles

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

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

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

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

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

naerside front tyre uneven wear

Pass 20 Jul 2012 61,124 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 43,024 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

outer edge of offside front tyre worn

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AP08 SDZ is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Blue 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 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 SDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP08 SDZ registered?

AP08 SDZ is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is AP08 SDZ safe to buy?

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