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BU08 OOE

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,143 mi
Last recorded150,143 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 OOE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 150,143 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 144,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 21 Jan 2025 144,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 138,610 miles

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))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 138,609 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

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))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2023 132,456 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 132,454 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Rubbing on road wheel and drop link (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 124,427 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2022 124,425 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 116,133 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 108,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 98,814 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 91,236 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 91,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 82,359 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 77,280 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 71,850 miles

n/sf tyre starting to wear on outer edge

o/sf tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Fail 3 Nov 2014 71,849 miles

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

n/sf tyre starting to wear on outer edge

o/sf tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 11 Sep 2013 61,704 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 46,043 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 44,490 miles

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 25 May 2011 37,577 miles

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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BU08 OOE is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BU08 OOE, 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 BU08 OOE registered?

BU08 OOE is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is BU08 OOE safe to buy?

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