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VE08 PYP

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,513 mi
Last recorded91,513 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 PYP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 91,513 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2025 91,513 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 90,579 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 89,332 miles

Offside Rear brake pad wear sensor detatched

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 87,981 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 86,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear wiper not working

Fail 19 Aug 2021 86,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear wiper not working

Pass 26 Aug 2020 84,899 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 84,899 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2019 83,232 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 80,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 77,978 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 75,651 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Aug 2015 72,330 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 69,792 miles

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 20 Jun 2014 67,868 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 67,868 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 52,127 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 52,126 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 45,054 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 30,946 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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VE08 PYP is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VE08 PYP, 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 VE08 PYP registered?

VE08 PYP is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is VE08 PYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 PYP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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