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BF58 OCX

2008 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,813 mi
Last recorded145,813 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 OCX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 145,813 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 134,923 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 128,086 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 123,315 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 122,504 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 118,824 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 14,445 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 111,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 108,308 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 104,706 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Aug 2015 100,059 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 94,945 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 88,050 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 84,620 miles

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

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

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

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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BF58 OCX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BF58 OCX, 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 BF58 OCX registered?

BF58 OCX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is BF58 OCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 OCX shows 14 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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