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BN58 HVL

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

140,957 mi
Last recorded140,957 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 HVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 140,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2025 140,905 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 136,379 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 131,946 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

hand brake warning light on

Fail 21 Dec 2023 131,928 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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))

hand brake warning light on

Pass 16 Dec 2022 122,148 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 122,143 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 115,002 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 115,002 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 106,988 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 100,198 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 100,134 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim not tested due to headlamp switch missing (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225.40.18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225.40.18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 88,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.67mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 88,633 miles

Exhaust system insecure front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.67mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 80,131 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 73,608 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 69,003 miles

engine covers fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2015 69,003 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted

front brake discs deteriorated, scored and worn thin

rear brake discs worn thin

rear brake pads worn thin

Pass 31 Oct 2014 59,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 54,040 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn low edges

nearside side skirt damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2012 46,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn down to min legal limit of 1.6 mm

Pass 6 Sep 2011 35,853 miles

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

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

front no plate backing coming off

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 HVL is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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

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 HVL, 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.

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What year was BN58 HVL registered?

BN58 HVL is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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