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BN58 GGU

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,677 mi
Last recorded116,677 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 GGU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 116,677 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from the flexible (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 99,947 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 99,512 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 85,155 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 81,435 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 72,732 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 63,569 miles

Engine light on

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)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,401 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 41,624 miles

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

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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BN58 GGU is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BN58 GGU, 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 BN58 GGU registered?

BN58 GGU is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is BN58 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 GGU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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