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BV58 NLA

2008 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,809 mi
Last recorded123,809 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 NLA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 123,809 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 123,809 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 102,638 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

advisory nearside front tyre is worn /wearing outer edge

Pass 28 Jul 2020 86,566 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2019 63,605 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Feb 2019 63,592 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Feb 2018 56,713 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 53,010 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 52,949 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 49,324 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 44,507 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 38,699 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 36,242 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 30,809 miles

front tyres worn on edges.

Fail 24 Aug 2011 30,808 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

front tyres worn on edges.

Fail 17 Aug 2011 30,802 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 NLA is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BV58 NLA, 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 NLA registered?

BV58 NLA is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BV58 NLA safe to buy?

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