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FG08 ZYT

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,666 mi
Last recorded72,666 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZYT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 72,666 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 72,666 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 70,615 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 67,117 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 62,682 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 58,020 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 52,208 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 45,728 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2020 45,724 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 35,036 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 27,702 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 27,701 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 24,675 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,071 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 23,000 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 22,999 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 21,485 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 19,415 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 16,032 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 12,057 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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FG08 ZYT is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZYT, 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 ZYT registered?

FG08 ZYT is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FG08 ZYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 ZYT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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