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BU08 NPG

2008 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

136,045 mi
Last recorded136,045 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 NPG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 136,045 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 130,325 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 124,361 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 121,891 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 117,359 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 105,575 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 85,166 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad retaining clip missing

Pass 7 Oct 2017 76,801 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 72,729 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 67,930 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 62,128 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 62,128 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 55,102 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2012 48,822 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 40,849 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 33,482 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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BU08 NPG is a 2008 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BU08 NPG, 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 BU08 NPG registered?

BU08 NPG is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is BU08 NPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 NPG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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