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GF58 OLN

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,834 mi
Last recorded171,834 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 OLN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 171,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 157,972 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 157,970 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2018 140,019 miles

Front Exhaust Flexi Broken-Loose But System Supported

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 May 2017 121,800 miles

front wipers smearing

Fail 12 May 2017 121,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wipers smearing

Pass 27 May 2016 102,731 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 96,989 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean to test

Pass 5 Jun 2014 88,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2013 79,375 miles

all four brake discs worn & scored

both front tyres worn to edges

Pass 9 Jun 2012 67,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 58,086 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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GF58 OLN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GF58 OLN, 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 GF58 OLN registered?

GF58 OLN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is GF58 OLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 OLN shows 12 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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