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AG08 LLN

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,940 mi
Last recorded172,940 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 LLN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 172,940 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 161,639 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 150,134 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 137,583 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 120,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 107,587 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 95,643 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 95,570 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 85,074 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 85,074 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 74,341 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2012 64,833 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 59,348 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 59,348 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 50,114 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 50,114 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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AG08 LLN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AG08 LLN, 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 AG08 LLN registered?

AG08 LLN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is AG08 LLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 LLN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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