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BL08 HSN

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,689 mi
Last recorded134,689 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 HSN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2026 134,689 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 130,197 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 125,941 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 120,816 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 115,512 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 110,751 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 107,394 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 99,919 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 91,738 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 85,515 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 81,335 miles

Nearside Front 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 29 Jun 2015 77,127 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 72,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 67,814 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 58,313 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,148 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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BL08 HSN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL08 HSN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL08 HSN registered?

BL08 HSN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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