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EX58 ETA

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

152,256 mi
Last recorded152,256 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 ETA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 152,256 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 148,471 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 140,314 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 133,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2017 125,521 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine cover & under-tray fitted

Fail 1 Dec 2017 125,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested due to headlight flashing on dipped beam and not emitting a steady light (1.8.A.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine cover & under-tray fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2016 113,786 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 98,594 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 78,460 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 61,878 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 51,504 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 36,838 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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EX58 ETA is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EX58 ETA, 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 EX58 ETA registered?

EX58 ETA is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is EX58 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 ETA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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