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BJ58 CHH

2008 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,718 mi
Last recorded135,718 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 CHH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 135,718 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 125,773 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2020 110,521 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 103,167 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 107,909 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 107,906 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 72,007 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 56,583 miles

ADVISE PLASTIC ENGINE COVERS FITTED

ADVISE PLASTIC UNDER COVERS FITTED

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 53,256 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,077 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 39,348 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 33,082 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 23,706 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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BJ58 CHH is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BJ58 CHH, 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 BJ58 CHH registered?

BJ58 CHH is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 24 October 2008.

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