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BK08 TDU

2008 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

132,150 mi
Last recorded132,150 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TDU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 132,150 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 122,869 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2024 122,681 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine not sounding good and dense smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc dust shield insecure

Pass 16 Nov 2023 110,729 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 110,727 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 101,869 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 89,500 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 87,325 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 74,800 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 69,462 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 63,989 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 56,129 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 52,829 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 49,742 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 49,739 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 44,952 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 38,036 miles

Both front tyres worn low on edges close to ply/cords

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 31,105 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,941 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BK08 TDU is a 2008 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BK08 TDU, 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 BK08 TDU registered?

BK08 TDU is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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