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FG58 FOC

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,625 mi
Last recorded96,625 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 FOC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 96,625 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 94,215 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 94,209 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 89,854 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 87,056 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 84,221 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 84,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 79,912 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 73,952 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 72,030 miles

both front brake hoses perishing

fanbelt heavy perishing - recommend replace

prop shaft rear rubber coupling starting to perish

Pass 24 Jul 2017 67,671 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 63,651 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 59,279 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 43,812 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 33,848 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 33,848 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,963 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 21,822 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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FG58 FOC is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FG58 FOC, 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 FG58 FOC registered?

FG58 FOC is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is FG58 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 FOC shows 18 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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