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AN08 FVC

2008 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

101,264 mi
Last recorded101,264 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 FVC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 101,264 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2025 101,264 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 93,990 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 85,140 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 78,893 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 73,986 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 66,857 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 62,481 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 59,518 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Undertrays & covers fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2017 53,491 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2016 43,646 miles

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

Offside front tyre uneven worn

Undertrays & covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2015 36,036 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Under trays & covers fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2014 20,230 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2013 7,903 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 6,485 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 5,113 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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AN08 FVC is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AN08 FVC, 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 AN08 FVC?

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What year was AN08 FVC registered?

AN08 FVC is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AN08 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 FVC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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