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BU58 FXA

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,008 mi
Last recorded117,008 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU58 FXA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2019 117,008 miles
Pass 13 May 2018 111,928 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 101,271 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 91,230 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 89,830 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 84,513 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 78,510 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 78,510 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 74,791 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 74,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 19 Dec 2011 69,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 69,660 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 68,591 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2011 68,591 miles

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

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

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

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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BU58 FXA is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 BU58 FXA, 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 BU58 FXA registered?

BU58 FXA is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is BU58 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU58 FXA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU58 FXA have outstanding finance?

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