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CX08 SZN

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,701 mi
Last recorded136,701 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 SZN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2022 136,701 miles

fuel tank cap starting to perish

slight blow from flexi pipe

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A has a small crack less than 10 mm (6mm) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 121,061 miles

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

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

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

Slight blow from front exhaust flexi

Pass 10 Mar 2020 110,510 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 103,694 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 100,618 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 92,581 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 82,836 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 75,474 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 60,797 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2013 41,896 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 22,376 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,313 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 16,297 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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CX08 SZN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 CX08 SZN, 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 CX08 SZN registered?

CX08 SZN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is CX08 SZN safe to buy?

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