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CJH 555L

2008 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,999 mi
Last recorded152,999 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJH 555L
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 152,999 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 152,014 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 147,401 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 146,322 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 134,709 miles

tpms warning light on but reset on stalk during test

Pass 19 Mar 2021 125,262 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 115,015 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 107,235 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 101,656 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 94,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

front tyres edge wear

o/s/f tyre puncture

Pass 12 Jan 2015 85,227 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 77,242 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 71,473 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 62,701 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 62,610 miles

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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CJH 555L is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CJH 555L, 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 CJH 555L registered?

CJH 555L is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is CJH 555L safe to buy?

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