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AD08 ZFL

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,432 mi
Last recorded141,432 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 ZFL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 141,432 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

UNDERTRY FITTED

Pass 20 Nov 2020 139,396 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 127,302 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 May 2018 114,919 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2017 103,788 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2016 93,418 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 86,147 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 77,457 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre sidewall has slight damage

Pass 12 Mar 2013 67,199 miles

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

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

n/s reverse lamp inop

Pass 14 Mar 2012 36,862 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 36,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2011 23,315 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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AD08 ZFL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AD08 ZFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD08 ZFL registered?

AD08 ZFL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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