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BN58 DJE

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

101,827 mi
Last recorded101,827 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 DJE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 101,827 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 101,823 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 100,863 miles

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 100,079 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 99,266 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 99,266 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 97,926 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 97,926 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 97,274 miles

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))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 97,274 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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 30 Nov 2019 96,715 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 95,784 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 95,784 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 94,640 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 94,638 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear tyres below legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 91,917 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 83,445 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 83,445 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 68,252 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 68,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2013 53,479 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 41,352 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 28,616 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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BN58 DJE is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN58 DJE, 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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What year was BN58 DJE registered?

BN58 DJE is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is BN58 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 DJE shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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