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DU08 ZTS

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,374 mi
Last recorded146,374 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 ZTS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 146,374 miles

Offside Front Suspension strut top mount has slight movement

Pass 14 Mar 2017 133,789 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

front number plate cracked

stone chip in windscreen

tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on

Pass 15 Mar 2016 119,287 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 104,387 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 88,204 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 88,204 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 72,837 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 60,114 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 47,104 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,104 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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DU08 ZTS is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DU08 ZTS, 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 DU08 ZTS registered?

DU08 ZTS is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DU08 ZTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 ZTS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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