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AW05 DBW

2008 BMW 130

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,415 mi
Last recorded119,415 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13078,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW05 DBW
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 119,415 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 117,842 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 117,842 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 114,430 miles

brake wear light on

Fail 1 Aug 2023 114,430 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

brake wear light on

Pass 15 Aug 2022 111,703 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Aug 2021 109,501 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 104,405 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 97,161 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 86,402 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 74,825 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 74,825 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 61,752 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 53,147 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 44,974 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 36,762 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/S/F tyre cracking

Pass 24 Sep 2012 30,869 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 24,009 miles

Plastic undertrays/covers prevent inspection of some components

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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AW05 DBW is a 2008 BMW 130 in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 78,027 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AW05 DBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AW05 DBW registered?

AW05 DBW is a 2008 BMW 130, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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