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AT57 SHX

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,851 mi
Last recorded162,851 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT57 SHX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 162,851 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 153,442 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 142,734 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 142,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 130,311 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 122,407 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 116,673 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 102,255 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 94,313 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2018 94,313 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 81,444 miles

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

front flexi section loose

Fail 1 Sep 2017 81,444 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported mid clamp broken (7.1.1)

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

front flexi section loose

Pass 21 Jul 2016 67,014 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 66,967 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 59,612 miles

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

windscreen damage not in swept area

Pass 19 Aug 2014 54,782 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre wear outside edge

Pass 29 Aug 2013 49,906 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 44,123 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 37,766 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 34,026 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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AT57 SHX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AT57 SHX, 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

How do I check the history of AT57 SHX?

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What year was AT57 SHX registered?

AT57 SHX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is AT57 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT57 SHX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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