2008 BMW 118 2.0L Petrol · MB05 ADE
2008 BMW 118 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 94,895 miles. MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,895 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MB05 ADE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2026
- 94,895 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MB05 ADE MOT History
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 118 (MB05 ADE) between June 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.
MB05 ADE Mileage History
- 27/06/202484,362 mi
- 03/07/202484,365 mi+3 mi
- 14/08/202585,459 mi+1,094 mi
- 20/08/202585,461 mi+2 mi
- 01/08/202694,895 mi+9,434 mi
Average of roughly 5,030 miles per year across 5 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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