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BD08 GXU

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

125,934 mi
Last recorded125,934 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 125,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 7 Apr 2017 113,783 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 113,783 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 98,145 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 89,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 82,531 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 68,108 miles

both rear tyres on approx 3mm

Pass 20 Mar 2012 44,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 34,042 miles

stone chips across front windscreen.

Pass 8 Aug 2011 33,532 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 33,532 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 GXU is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GXU, 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 BD08 GXU registered?

BD08 GXU is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is BD08 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 GXU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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