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BL08 VVO

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,540 mi
Last recorded58,540 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 VVO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 58,540 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 56,012 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 49,658 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 45,835 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 41,597 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 39,947 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 38,490 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 38,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 36,503 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 34,169 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 34,169 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 31,824 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,679 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 19,401 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 VVO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VVO, 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 VVO registered?

BL08 VVO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is BL08 VVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 VVO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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