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BK57 XGP

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,909 mi
Last recorded141,909 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 XGP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 141,909 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 132,840 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 117,896 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 117,892 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 109,790 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 98,198 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 84,548 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 75,777 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 61,379 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 49,627 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2010 38,571 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 38,571 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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BK57 XGP is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK57 XGP, 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 BK57 XGP registered?

BK57 XGP is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is BK57 XGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK57 XGP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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