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BK08 UCD

2008 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,095 mi
Last recorded95,095 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 UCD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 95,095 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 92,314 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 84,496 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 72,976 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 57,868 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 51,572 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2017 51,572 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 44,783 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 44,783 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 41,511 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 35,471 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 31,566 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 26,310 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 19,343 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 19,343 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 13,899 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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BK08 UCD is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BK08 UCD, 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 UCD registered?

BK08 UCD is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BK08 UCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 UCD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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