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BK58 BXV

2008 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,649 mi
Last recorded168,649 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 BXV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 168,649 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 157,942 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all rear suspension corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2023 152,771 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 146,078 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 137,529 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 129,716 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 119,971 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 110,291 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 110,291 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 May 2017 103,225 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 93,719 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 93,712 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 81,705 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 69,503 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 62,861 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,971 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 39,390 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 39,390 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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BK58 BXV is a 2008 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BK58 BXV, 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 BK58 BXV registered?

BK58 BXV is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is BK58 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 BXV shows 18 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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