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CFZ 3475

2008 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

161,593 mi
Last recorded161,593 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFZ 3475
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 161,593 miles

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure missing ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

emissions not detected

front exhaust flexi insecure

Pass 12 Oct 2021 156,399 miles

Stone chip in windscreen.

Undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 5 Mar 2020 152,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2019 143,535 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both are rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 135,017 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 128,874 miles

slight wear and lip both front brake discs

Pass 12 Aug 2014 113,629 miles

Handbrake travel to high

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 100,436 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 82,074 miles

The vehicle passed the emissions test but no print out was produced due to low emissions

Pass 13 Jun 2011 59,858 miles

tyre pressure warning light illuminated

Fail 2 Jun 2011 59,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

tyre pressure warning light illuminated

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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CFZ 3475 is a 2008 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CFZ 3475, 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 CFZ 3475 registered?

CFZ 3475 is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is CFZ 3475 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFZ 3475 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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