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AV58 GHK

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,062 mi
Last recorded128,062 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 GHK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 128,062 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 124,248 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 113,160 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 113,150 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 84,049 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 80,242 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 69,997 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 65,701 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 62,575 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 51,343 miles

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

engine cover is fitted

under tray is fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2016 45,720 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted covering some components

Fail 9 Dec 2016 45,720 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine cover and under trays fitted covering some components

Pass 7 Dec 2015 40,103 miles

Engine covers and underside trays fitted..

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear to be getting low (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a object in tread

Zero Smoke Emissions @15.05hrs

Pass 21 Oct 2014 34,713 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 34,711 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge / t.p.m.s light on

Pass 15 Oct 2013 29,415 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 22,953 miles

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON(AMBER)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 15,602 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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AV58 GHK is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV58 GHK, 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.

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What year was AV58 GHK registered?

AV58 GHK is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is AV58 GHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 GHK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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