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BN58 GFZ

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,523 mi
Last recorded139,523 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 139,523 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

no smoke detected no printout

undercovers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2021 133,881 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

no smoke detected no printout

undercovers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2020 126,561 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 119,219 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 105,807 miles

ADVISE EMMEDIATE REPLACEMENT OF REAR BRAKE PADS

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER EDGES [ 205 / 50VR17 91W RUN FLAT ]

BOTH REAR TYRES 2MM [ 225 / 45R17 91W ]

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 90,153 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 75,112 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 751,121 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 64,396 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 54,521 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 46,229 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 37,676 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 37,676 miles

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

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

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 GFZ is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BN58 GFZ, 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 BN58 GFZ registered?

BN58 GFZ is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is BN58 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 GFZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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