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BL08 TVJ

2008 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

165,494 mi
Last recorded165,494 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 165,494 miles

Nearside Mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 153,068 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 137,908 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen cracked

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

Fail 17 Jun 2019 137,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen cracked

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

Pass 17 May 2018 126,841 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 114,880 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 103,878 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 94,601 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2014 84,933 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 71,115 miles

note small chip in screen

Pass 11 Jun 2012 58,722 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 18 Jul 2011 46,841 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 TVJ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TVJ, 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 TVJ registered?

BL08 TVJ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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