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AU08 XYV

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

101,034 mi
Last recorded101,034 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XYV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 101,034 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 94,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2024 94,036 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 93,248 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 92,410 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 91,540 miles

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake disc's worn, enough to create a outer lip on brake disc's. Strongly advise to monitor and replace soon. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 91,540 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Driver side front wiper spilt, does not clear the windscreen effectively. Replace immediately. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake disc's worn, enough to create a outer lip on brake disc's. Strongly advise to monitor and replace soon. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Driver side rear tyre is worn on or close to 1.6mm legal limit. Strongly advise to replace. 205/55/ZR16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 90,313 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 88,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 85,859 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 83,601 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 81,527 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both sides front brake discs slightly worn

n/s front tyre worn on inside edge

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge close to cords

Pass 15 Sep 2015 76,541 miles

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

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

exhaust system is starting to corrode

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 15 Sep 2015 76,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

exhaust system is starting to corrode

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 24 Sep 2014 61,833 miles

both sides front brake discs worn

both sides front tyres worn on outside edge

both sides rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 22 Sep 2014 61,750 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both sides front brake discs worn

both sides front tyres worn on outside edge

both sides rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Sep 2013 47,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Sep 2013 47,942 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2012 32,188 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre on legal limit

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

rear brake pads appox 50% worn

Pass 22 Sep 2011 21,241 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,493 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre tread but not to cords

front wipers smearing

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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AU08 XYV is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU08 XYV, 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 AU08 XYV registered?

AU08 XYV is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AU08 XYV safe to buy?

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