MOT Status
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124,633 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front brake discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamp lenses starting to mist over (4.1.4 (b))
Offside OS mirror glass discolouring
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear brake discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Front both tyres worn on outer edges
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
Offside Front Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Top mount (2.5.B.1b)
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Top mount (2.5.B.1b)
Front both tyre treads cracking
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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GF58 LEJ 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 77.8%.
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 GF58 LEJ, 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.
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What year was GF58 LEJ registered?
GF58 LEJ is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 November 2008.
Is GF58 LEJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for GF58 LEJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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