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BF08 OCL

2008 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,906 mi
Last recorded19,906 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 OCL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 19,906 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 19,799 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 19,692 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 19,535 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 19,280 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 19,041 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 18,931 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 18,615 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 18,055 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)

nsf tyre worn outside edge

Pass 2 Nov 2016 17,437 miles

nsf tyre worn outside edge

Pass 30 Oct 2015 16,490 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 15,638 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 14,349 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 12,784 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 11,339 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 10,020 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 OCL is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OCL, 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

How do I check the history of BF08 OCL?

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What year was BF08 OCL registered?

BF08 OCL is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BF08 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 OCL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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