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BW57 FSD

2008 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

68,916 mi
Last recorded68,916 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 FSD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 68,916 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 61,483 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 51,656 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT NOW !!! (5.2.3 (e))

advise front exh flexi

advise front screen chips

Pass 25 Apr 2023 47,071 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front exhuast flexi twisted and deterioated, not blowing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre is a runflat and the nearside is not

Offside Front tyre starting to mis-shape due to age

Fail 22 Apr 2023 47,057 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid unable to check wipers clear the screen (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front exhuast flexi twisted and deterioated, not blowing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre is a runflat and the nearside is not

Offside Front tyre starting to mis-shape due to age

Pass 2 Mar 2022 46,931 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 46,808 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 46,498 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 46,482 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 45,214 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 44,068 miles

engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 10 Jan 2017 42,545 miles

engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 11 Jan 2016 40,430 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 38,309 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 35,764 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 33,022 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre slight cut to sidewall 205/55/16

Pass 23 Feb 2012 29,061 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 24,877 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 24,877 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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BW57 FSD is a 2008 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BW57 FSD, 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 BW57 FSD registered?

BW57 FSD is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is BW57 FSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 FSD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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