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C8 CUP

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,789 mi
Last recorded81,789 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 CUP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2025 81,789 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 80,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 77,908 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 76,860 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 76,807 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 75,595 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2018 70,867 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 65,673 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2016 60,971 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2015 55,893 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 51,373 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 46,568 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre.

Pass 3 Feb 2012 41,253 miles

Rear differential input shaft leaking

Pass 1 Feb 2011 30,744 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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C8 CUP is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 CUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C8 CUP registered?

C8 CUP is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is C8 CUP safe to buy?

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