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AT57 SHZ

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,217 mi
Last recorded127,217 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT57 SHZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2024 127,217 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 114,522 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 98,785 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 89,930 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 84,374 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 81,734 miles

Exhaust flex joint starting to split.

Pass 17 Jan 2018 76,954 miles

Slight play in both rear upper suspension arm joints.

Pass 18 Jan 2017 70,956 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 66,035 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 60,523 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 54,854 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2013 47,652 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2012 38,650 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 28,426 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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AT57 SHZ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SHZ, 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 AT57 SHZ registered?

AT57 SHZ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is AT57 SHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT57 SHZ shows 14 tests 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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