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EX58 YMF

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

214,496 mi
Last recorded214,496 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 YMF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 214,496 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 214,495 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 209,842 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2020 209,795 miles

Front Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour under bonnet (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake insecure backing plate (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened dangerous (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured brake pad sensor (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 205,119 miles

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Pass 7 Aug 2018 199,686 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 185,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension component corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 13 Jul 2017 185,658 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi to exhaust (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear suspension component corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2016 169,708 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 169,708 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 151,391 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 143,271 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 129,357 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 116,119 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 104,483 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 YMF is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EX58 YMF, 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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What year was EX58 YMF registered?

EX58 YMF is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is EX58 YMF safe to buy?

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