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BL08 LNF

2008 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,011 mi
Last recorded157,011 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 LNF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2022 157,011 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2021 148,461 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 141,882 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all under trays fitted / side sill covers

vehicle presented in wet conditions

Fail 30 Dec 2020 141,882 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all under trays fitted / side sill covers

vehicle presented in wet conditions

Pass 13 Jun 2019 214,113 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 127,802 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 112,605 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 102,361 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Jun 2016 102,361 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 89,430 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 75,001 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 64,427 miles

Front wipers smear

NSr upper suspension arm inner joint has slight play

Pass 30 Jun 2012 51,875 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2011 36,721 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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BL08 LNF is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LNF, 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.

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

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