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FT57 AXX

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,248 mi
Last recorded160,248 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT57 AXX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 160,248 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 160,229 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 153,062 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 5 May 2023 153,062 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 May 2022 141,195 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2022 141,191 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 134,834 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

plastic under tray fitted front to rear

Pass 25 Jan 2020 128,603 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

plastic under tray fitted front to rear

showing early sign of slight corrosion underneath >

Pass 11 Jan 2019 117,057 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2018 111,592 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2017 106,114 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2016 99,431 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 86,734 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 79,070 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2013 75,527 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 63,616 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low

Pass 29 Dec 2010 40,236 miles

screw in n/s/front tyre tread

slight oil leak from diff

Fail 29 Dec 2010 40,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

screw in n/s/front tyre tread

slight oil leak from diff

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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FT57 AXX is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey 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 FT57 AXX, 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 FT57 AXX registered?

FT57 AXX is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is FT57 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT57 AXX 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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