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BV08 VBX

2008 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,450 mi
Last recorded134,450 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 VBX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 134,450 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 131,292 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2024 131,288 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 123,942 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 115,054 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 115,052 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2021 107,179 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 103,114 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 92,352 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2019 92,352 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 80,841 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 63,883 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 48,518 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 42,836 miles

front disc's worn advise

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 37,468 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 32,301 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,538 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 20,361 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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BV08 VBX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 VBX, 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 VBX registered?

BV08 VBX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is BV08 VBX safe to buy?

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