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AA08 FVV

2008 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

153,891 mi
Last recorded153,891 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FVV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 153,891 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 153,891 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 142,962 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 23 Dec 2016 142,788 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 124,694 miles

offside rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 24 Sep 2014 99,477 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 99,477 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 84,954 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 77,410 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 66,080 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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AA08 FVV is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AA08 FVV, 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 AA08 FVV registered?

AA08 FVV is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is AA08 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FVV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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