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BF08 OBX

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

213,259 mi
Last recorded213,259 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 OBX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 213,259 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 207,330 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 207,330 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Aug 2018 192,290 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 192,287 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 183,544 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 166,388 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 166,388 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 139,697 miles

F.A.S. NOT DETECTED.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 96,545 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 87,178 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 69,914 miles

both front tyres worn on outter edges

Pass 21 Jul 2011 55,625 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 52,784 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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BF08 OBX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BF08 OBX, 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 BF08 OBX registered?

BF08 OBX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is BF08 OBX safe to buy?

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