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AP08 SFJ

2008 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

173,123 mi
Last recorded173,123 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SFJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 173,123 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bth (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 165,625 miles

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

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

corrosion on rear suspension

covers on underside

Fail 10 Jan 2025 165,625 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

corrosion on rear suspension

covers on underside

Pass 16 Jan 2024 159,188 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 147,897 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 139,685 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 139,685 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 131,874 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 126,753 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 119,313 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 111,104 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 111,104 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2017 104,002 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 93,868 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 85,997 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 82,350 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 79,004 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 77,118 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 62,083 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 SFJ is a 2008 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SFJ, 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 AP08 SFJ registered?

AP08 SFJ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is AP08 SFJ safe to buy?

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