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FD08 HYB

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,006 mi
Last recorded110,006 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 HYB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 110,006 miles

Exhaust noisy.

Side skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

Pass 18 Nov 2022 109,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Side skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

Pass 3 Sep 2021 106,381 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 103,578 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 96,726 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 96,726 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 90,553 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 82,671 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 76,400 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 67,650 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 51,782 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 51,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

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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FD08 HYB is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FD08 HYB, 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 FD08 HYB registered?

FD08 HYB is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FD08 HYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 HYB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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