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CF08 EVH

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,836 mi
Last recorded138,836 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 EVH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 138,836 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 138,836 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 130,661 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 126,869 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 124,549 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front sets pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 118,483 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 117,966 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 91,628 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 78,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 78,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2012 66,662 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted nearside rear

Pass 12 Jul 2011 58,605 miles

Nearside 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 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)

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

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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CF08 EVH is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CF08 EVH, 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.

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What year was CF08 EVH registered?

CF08 EVH is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is CF08 EVH safe to buy?

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