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BT08 YVC

2008 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,026 mi
Last recorded106,026 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 YVC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 106,026 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both front tyres (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft damaged but serviceable Outer CV joint slightly damaged leaking grease (6.1.7 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 100,225 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 93,803 miles

Traction control lamp iluminated

Fail 4 Aug 2016 93,803 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Traction control lamp iluminated

Pass 7 Aug 2015 85,451 miles

DTC light on-Rear abs rings out of shape

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 78,635 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front exhaust clamp snapped

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 67,417 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 51,081 miles

Offside Outer Front 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 15 Jun 2011 37,556 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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BT08 YVC is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BT08 YVC, 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 BT08 YVC registered?

BT08 YVC is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is BT08 YVC safe to buy?

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