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AM08 XWN

2008 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

172,456 mi
Last recorded172,456 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XWN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 172,456 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 172,456 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users injector leak off pipe dettached and leaking diesel, now re attached, monitor and replace pipe as necessary (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 152,096 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2024 152,074 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 146,345 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 146,338 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 142,903 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 131,880 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2021 131,880 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 115,553 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 97,420 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 97,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 86,297 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 86,297 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Feb 2018 85,935 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported loose at 1st joint. (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 72,892 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit strong advise , also has some deep cut and worn very thin on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Feb 2017 72,891 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front clamp loose and exhaust insecure . (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit strong advise , also has some deep cut and worn very thin on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 66,426 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 27 Feb 2016 66,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 57,119 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 54,775 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 13 Nov 2013 54,775 miles

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

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

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 15 Oct 2013 53,720 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 41,606 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 38,121 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 28,398 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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AM08 XWN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AM08 XWN, 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 AM08 XWN registered?

AM08 XWN is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is AM08 XWN safe to buy?

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