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FG08 FOV

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

175,429 mi
Last recorded175,429 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 FOV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 175,429 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

engine sounds slightly noisy

Pass 29 Apr 2022 157,138 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 151,120 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 143,398 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 132,478 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2017 118,954 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 105,438 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 91,238 miles

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

Offside Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 91,049 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

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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FG08 FOV is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG08 FOV, 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 FG08 FOV registered?

FG08 FOV is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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The MOT history for FG08 FOV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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