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MOT Valid
Outstanding Recall

2008 BMW 1 Series 2.0L Diesel · KS08 VHC

KS08 VHC

2008 BMW 1 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16/05/2008. Recorded mileage 180,223 miles. MOT valid until 04/09/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 1 SERIES
Year / Origin
2008 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 04/09/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
180,223 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official 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.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04/09/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1995cc

KS08 VHC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
  • 180,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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KS08 VHC Mileage History

  1. 29/08/2023149,284 mi
  2. 23/08/2024160,077 mi+10,793 mi
  3. 28/08/2024160,079 mi+2 mi
  4. 06/09/2025172,169 mi+12,090 mi
  5. 28/08/2026180,223 mi+8,054 mi

Average of roughly 10,320 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KS08 VHC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 12:20
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 1 Series (KS08 VHC) between August 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Exhaust system insecure Front clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))”; “Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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