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AY08 KVZ

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

154,868 mi
Last recorded154,868 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 KVZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 154,868 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 138,745 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2016 122,932 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS SOON REQUIRE REPLACEMENT

Fail 13 May 2016 122,932 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

REAR BRAKE DISCS SOON REQUIRE REPLACEMENT

RIDGE ON FRONT BRAKE DISCS

Pass 16 May 2015 107,361 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 93,220 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 80,867 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 64,867 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 50,547 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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AY08 KVZ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AY08 KVZ, 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 AY08 KVZ registered?

AY08 KVZ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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The MOT history for AY08 KVZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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