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AB08 DBM

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,251 mi
Last recorded163,251 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 DBM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2017 163,251 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 139,392 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 120,667 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AB08 DBM is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 63,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 DBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AB08 DBM registered?

AB08 DBM is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AB08 DBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 DBM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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