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CA08 BNB

2008 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

116,500 mi
Last recorded116,500 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 BNB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 116,500 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/SF & O/SF (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 29 Dec 2025 116,500 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/SF & O/SF (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 115,132 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 114,016 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 112,825 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2022 112,825 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both side (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 112,087 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2021 112,087 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 111,096 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 108,475 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 106,099 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 103,790 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 100,158 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 96,594 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 96,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 94,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

No emissions print out readings very low 0.01ppm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 91,480 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 86,086 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 May 2011 78,738 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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CA08 BNB is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA08 BNB, 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 CA08 BNB registered?

CA08 BNB is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is CA08 BNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 BNB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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