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DA08 ROO

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

121,735 mi
Last recorded121,735 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 ROO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 121,735 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2026 121,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 113,532 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 104,139 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 96,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 89,137 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 83,004 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 80,744 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 74,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 69,535 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 69,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 69,534 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 67,048 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 60,676 miles

wear on edge of nearside front tyre.

Pass 10 Apr 2015 57,096 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 57,083 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 50,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 49,919 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 44,309 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 34,938 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 16,707 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 16,705 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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DA08 ROO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 DA08 ROO, 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 DA08 ROO registered?

DA08 ROO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is DA08 ROO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 ROO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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