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BK58 ZXN

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

242,989 mi
Last recorded242,989 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 ZXN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 242,989 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 237,380 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear subframe brackets corroded but not considered excessive

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2024 237,380 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear subframe brackets corroded but not considered excessive

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2023 231,742 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2022 226,277 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 213,518 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 207,086 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 198,955 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2018 188,842 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2017 176,094 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Dec 2017 176,072 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2016 157,406 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2016 157,385 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported flexi (7.1.1)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn the outer edge

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2015 132,080 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 111,905 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 90,715 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 83,117 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 83,117 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 62,281 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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BK58 ZXN is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ZXN, 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 ZXN registered?

BK58 ZXN is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 19 December 2008.

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The MOT history for BK58 ZXN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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