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AB08 XGO

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,752 mi
Last recorded126,752 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XGO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 126,752 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 122,885 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Nov 2017 115,433 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 105,388 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 99,032 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 93,253 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 85,253 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 76,774 miles

both front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 19 Dec 2011 63,849 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 63,848 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 47,426 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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AB08 XGO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AB08 XGO, 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 AB08 XGO registered?

AB08 XGO is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AB08 XGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 XGO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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