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BL57 VYF

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,356 mi
Last recorded75,356 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 VYF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 May 2016 75,356 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 68,859 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 65,630 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 61,702 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 54,623 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 43,101 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 29,711 miles

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

Offside 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)

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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BL57 VYF is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL57 VYF, 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 BL57 VYF registered?

BL57 VYF is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is BL57 VYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 VYF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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