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AV08 BPK

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

145,041 mi
Last recorded145,041 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 BPK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 145,041 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 141,501 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 137,792 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 137,709 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 131,765 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 110,888 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 106,164 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 84,880 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 62,703 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 52,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Feb 2013 42,903 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Feb 2012 34,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Feb 2011 26,215 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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AV08 BPK is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV08 BPK, 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 AV08 BPK registered?

AV08 BPK is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is AV08 BPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 BPK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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