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BD08 EHT

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

119,197 mi
Last recorded119,197 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 EHT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 119,197 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 112,662 miles

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

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 105,731 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 105,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50*17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 98,952 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front [Door window not operative ]

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2023 98,916 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front [Door window not operative ]

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 94,142 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 89,996 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 88,583 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 88,583 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 82,447 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing IN TREAD AREA BADLY! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Undertrays and exhaust covered in oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 82,447 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Foremost. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing IN TREAD AREA BADLY! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Undertrays and exhaust covered in oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 65,233 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 64,343 miles

Central Front DPF has deteriorated not leaking gas not insecure

Pass 1 Apr 2017 60,776 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 55,085 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 50,151 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 44,280 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 38,084 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 31,844 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2011 24,945 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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BD08 EHT is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BD08 EHT, 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 BD08 EHT registered?

BD08 EHT is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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