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AK08 FHP

2008 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,023 mi
Last recorded124,023 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FHP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 124,023 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Outer fuel cap broken. Internal seal cap good and sealing system.

Pass 10 Jan 2025 114,866 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 106,069 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 102,787 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jan 2022 97,529 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jan 2021 91,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm 205/50/17 bridgstone (o/s/f/3.5 mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 87,035 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 82,675 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 78,777 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 78,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 73,966 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 64,986 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 64,986 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 57,515 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 51,188 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 45,963 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 41,504 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 37,435 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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AK08 FHP is a 2008 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AK08 FHP, 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 AK08 FHP registered?

AK08 FHP is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AK08 FHP safe to buy?

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