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BG08 OYR

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,451 mi
Last recorded120,451 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 OYR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 May 2017 120,451 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2016 116,061 miles

engine cover and under-tray fitted

Pass 28 May 2015 111,839 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2014 109,465 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 102,000 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 81,822 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 59,677 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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BG08 OYR is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 BG08 OYR, 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 BG08 OYR registered?

BG08 OYR is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is BG08 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 OYR shows 7 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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