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AR08 KWO

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,178 mi
Last recorded75,178 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 KWO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2016 75,178 miles

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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AR08 KWO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AR08 KWO, 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 AR08 KWO registered?

AR08 KWO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AR08 KWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 KWO shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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