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AF08 PYW

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,812 mi
Last recorded75,812 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 PYW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 75,812 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 73,080 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 67,715 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 63,185 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 56,816 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 52,782 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 52,782 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 50,161 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 43,686 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 36,997 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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AF08 PYW is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF08 PYW, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 PYW?

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What year was AF08 PYW registered?

AF08 PYW is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AF08 PYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 PYW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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