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GD08 DYW

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

107,837 mi
Last recorded107,837 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 DYW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 107,837 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 102,982 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 98,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 91,342 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 82,218 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 75,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 69,792 miles

front door windows of both sides appear to be excessively tinted

Fail 16 Sep 2013 69,792 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front door windows of both sides appear to be excessively tinted

Pass 11 Jul 2012 65,912 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 57,916 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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GD08 DYW is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GD08 DYW, 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 GD08 DYW registered?

GD08 DYW is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is GD08 DYW safe to buy?

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