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GF58 LEJ

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,633 mi
Last recorded124,633 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 LEJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 124,633 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 122,330 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 120,311 miles

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))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 120,267 miles

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))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 118,032 miles

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))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 115,873 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 113,504 miles

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))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 111,026 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 104,578 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 104,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 91,855 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 91,802 miles

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)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 85,193 miles

Front both tyre treads cracking

Pass 23 Apr 2015 75,522 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 61,066 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 42,233 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 36,769 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 36,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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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?

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