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DF08 VVD

2008 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,238 mi
Last recorded105,238 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 VVD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 105,238 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2023 105,238 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 99,372 miles

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges of tread

Pass 21 Jun 2019 89,370 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 82,004 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 73,083 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 59,734 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 44,728 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2014 26,638 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2013 24,211 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 11,905 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 11,088 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 11,009 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,800 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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DF08 VVD is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DF08 VVD, 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 DF08 VVD registered?

DF08 VVD is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is DF08 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 VVD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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