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BK08 KCN

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,389 mi
Last recorded176,389 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 KCN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 176,389 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 153,037 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 153,037 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Road wheel fixing missing 1 on each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 143,826 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 134,840 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 134,840 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 122,621 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front screen chipped

Fail 9 Oct 2017 122,621 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

front screen chipped

Pass 30 Sep 2016 106,762 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 94,310 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 84,924 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 75,207 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 68,835 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 63,060 miles

Front wiper blades smearing

rear propshaft rubber disc starting to perish

Pass 4 Mar 2011 36,011 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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BK08 KCN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK08 KCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK08 KCN registered?

BK08 KCN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is BK08 KCN safe to buy?

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