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DL08 ENJ

2008 BMW 1 Series

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

125,332 mi
Last recorded125,332 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL08 ENJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 125,332 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

General surface corrosion underside

Pass 4 Jun 2025 118,404 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 110,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

all 4 tyres sidewalls scuffed/damaged

Pass 16 May 2023 101,517 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 16 May 2023 101,517 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 91,481 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 91,481 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2021 91,439 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 90,265 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 90,256 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 86,698 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 86,698 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 84,948 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 82,927 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 80,204 miles

Nearside Front 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 12 Sep 2015 123,964 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 72,272 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 72,272 miles

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2013 107,446 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 60,377 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 44,738 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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DL08 ENJ is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DL08 ENJ, 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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DL08 ENJ is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 August 2008.

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