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DK08 YYB

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,545 mi
Last recorded88,545 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 YYB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 88,545 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 77,135 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 64,771 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 52,185 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 36,432 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 36,432 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 14 Oct 2013 21,718 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2013 19,206 miles

Emissions,no reading given

Pass 8 Mar 2012 15,631 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 12,047 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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DK08 YYB is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DK08 YYB, 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 DK08 YYB registered?

DK08 YYB is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is DK08 YYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 YYB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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