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BN08 LGZ

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,324 mi
Last recorded48,324 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 LGZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 48,324 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 48,258 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 46,679 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 44,971 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 43,362 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 40,894 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 38,407 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 38,339 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake warning light on dash. (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 35,923 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 34,618 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 32,249 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 29,496 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 27,124 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 24,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 22,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 19,790 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 15,822 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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BN08 LGZ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BN08 LGZ, 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 BN08 LGZ registered?

BN08 LGZ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is BN08 LGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 LGZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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