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BV08 GXL

2008 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,519 mi
Last recorded115,519 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 GXL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 115,519 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 109,057 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 103,708 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 98,753 miles

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 93,008 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 86,579 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 78,818 miles

both front flexi hoses starting to crack

exhaust slightly loose

Pass 23 Jan 2019 69,004 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 59,911 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 49,742 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 43,274 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin looking low (3.5.1g)

Front wheels slightly damaged

engine covers & under trays fitted to vehicle

Fail 2 Feb 2015 40,574 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 40,574 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 32,546 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 24 Jan 2014 32,526 miles

Steering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 1 Feb 2013 24,142 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 24,142 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 15,852 miles

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

Offside 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)

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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BV08 GXL is a 2008 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV08 GXL, 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 BV08 GXL registered?

BV08 GXL is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 GXL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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