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BV08 OMU

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,204 mi
Last recorded84,204 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 OMU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 84,204 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 75,883 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 73,672 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative.

Fail 22 Sep 2020 73,672 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative.

Pass 24 Aug 2019 72,875 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlamp damaged

Pass 3 Sep 2018 70,424 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 70,342 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

o/s/f headlamp broken inner

Pass 1 Apr 2017 66,413 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 61,876 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 57,997 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 52,709 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 44,441 miles

front inner brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,738 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 OMU is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OMU, 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 OMU registered?

BV08 OMU is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is BV08 OMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 OMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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