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DU58 GWD

2008 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

150,443 mi
Last recorded150,443 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU58 GWD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 150,443 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

slight underside corrosion

Fail 26 Aug 2025 150,443 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

slight underside corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2024 136,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 135,864 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 128,733 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

o/s front tyre outer edge slight wear

Fail 10 Aug 2023 128,733 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

o/s front tyre outer edge slight wear

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 121,282 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake just met legal requirements

Pass 12 Aug 2021 114,419 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 114,419 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 108,718 miles

Nearside Parking brake lagging in operation

Fail 30 Jul 2020 108,647 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake lagging in operation

Pass 26 Mar 2019 99,544 miles

front exhaust flexible pipe deteriorated

front mirror glasses deteriorating

Fail 26 Mar 2019 99,541 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front brake pads 80% worn

front exhaust flexible pipe deteriorated

front mirror glasses deteriorating

Pass 28 Mar 2018 91,546 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 83,796 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 83,796 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 77,955 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 66,572 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 66,572 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 57,796 miles

1ltr of oil added

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2012 50,886 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,010 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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DU58 GWD is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DU58 GWD, 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 DU58 GWD registered?

DU58 GWD is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is DU58 GWD safe to buy?

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