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BL08 DHJ

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,884 mi
Last recorded87,884 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 DHJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 87,884 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 77,100 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 77,063 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2017 68,877 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 62,243 miles

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

exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Apr 2015 56,525 miles

exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

nsf tyre worn smooth outer edge close to cords exposing

osf tyre wearing smooth outer edge

Pass 7 May 2014 49,062 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 40,623 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 33,233 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,857 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)

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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BL08 DHJ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BL08 DHJ, 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 BL08 DHJ registered?

BL08 DHJ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BL08 DHJ safe to buy?

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