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GN58 TNU

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,704 mi
Last recorded139,704 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 TNU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2020 139,704 miles

Both front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

Front flexi joint of exhaust deteriorating

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

Various stone chips in windscreen

Pass 4 Nov 2019 127,630 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Both rear tyres wearing low

Stone chip in windscreen

Pass 5 Nov 2018 111,950 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

various stone chips in windscreen

Pass 13 Nov 2017 98,850 miles

Front brake discs slightly lipped

exhaust flexi joint in slight poor condition

Pass 17 Nov 2016 85,468 miles

Exhaust flexi joint damaged

Front anti-roll bar centre bushes slightly worn

Front brake discs slightly lipped

Front tyres worn on edges

Rear anti-roll bar centre bushes worn

Slight play in both front lower suspension arm forward bushes

Slight play in rear subframe bushes

Pass 29 Oct 2015 71,160 miles

Exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

Front brake discs slightly lipped

Offside front tyre slightly feathered on inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2014 57,573 miles

Both front tyres wearing close to the legal limit on outer edges

Both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 19 Nov 2013 45,273 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 31,821 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 17,577 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 13,594 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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GN58 TNU is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GN58 TNU, 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 GN58 TNU registered?

GN58 TNU is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is GN58 TNU safe to buy?

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