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BV58 DVN

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,507 mi
Last recorded35,507 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 DVN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 35,507 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 32,694 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 29,589 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 29,368 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 29,280 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 29,215 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 29,112 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 27,386 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 26,434 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 23,577 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,530 miles

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

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

Offside Outer 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)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 16,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,303 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 11,242 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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BV58 DVN is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BV58 DVN, 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 BV58 DVN registered?

BV58 DVN is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is BV58 DVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 DVN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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