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AV58 OSW

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,924 mi
Last recorded116,924 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2013 116,924 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 98,212 miles

front tyres worn more on outer edges

stone chip in screen

Fail 25 Nov 2011 98,212 miles

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

front tyres worn more on outer edges

stone chip in screen

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 OSW is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AV58 OSW, 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 AV58 OSW?

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What year was AV58 OSW registered?

AV58 OSW is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is AV58 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 OSW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV58 OSW have outstanding finance?

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