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FM08 JZK

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,585 mi
Last recorded85,585 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 JZK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 85,585 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 80,951 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Park brake requires adjustment

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2020 77,440 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 76,015 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 76,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 74,693 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 73,816 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 67,973 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 67,974 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 60,237 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 60,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 50,168 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 50,168 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 41,157 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 33,771 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 25,756 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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FM08 JZK is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM08 JZK, 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 FM08 JZK registered?

FM08 JZK is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is FM08 JZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 JZK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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