2008 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · GV08 FSS
2008 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 122,992 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,992 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
GV08 FSS Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
- 122,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GV08 FSS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 118 (GV08 FSS) between June 2011 and August 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 28 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
GV08 FSS Mileage History
- 22/06/201121,118 mi
- 22/06/201121,119 mi+1 mi
- 20/06/201227,174 mi+6,055 mi
- 20/06/201333,145 mi+5,971 mi
- 25/06/201441,020 mi+7,875 mi
- 17/06/201547,095 mi+6,075 mi
- 22/06/201653,435 mi+6,340 mi
- 31/07/201762,583 mi+9,148 mi
- 01/08/201762,584 mi+1 mi
- 24/07/201867,509 mi+4,925 mi
- 26/07/201867,530 mi+21 mi
- 07/08/201975,384 mi+7,854 mi
- 08/08/201975,389 mi+5 mi
- 26/08/202082,579 mi+7,190 mi
- 03/09/202082,669 mi+90 mi
- 19/08/202189,735 mi+7,066 mi
- 25/08/202189,864 mi+129 mi
- 16/08/202296,427 mi+6,563 mi
- 08/08/2023104,669 mi+8,242 mi
- 08/08/2023104,669 mi
- 27/08/2024112,750 mi+8,081 mi
- 27/08/2024112,750 mi
- 02/07/2026122,992 mi+10,242 mi
- 28/08/2026122,992 mi
Average of roughly 6,709 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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