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AM08 ZDO

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,265 mi
Last recorded102,265 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 ZDO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2023 102,265 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator LIGHT ON DASH (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire LOSE (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 87,900 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 84,343 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 82,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front exhaust flexi deteriorated, rear hangar broken

front no.plate cracked

Pass 24 May 2018 73,170 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2017 64,418 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 52,130 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 41,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 37,543 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 35,577 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 27,522 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 21,439 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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AM08 ZDO is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 AM08 ZDO, 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 AM08 ZDO registered?

AM08 ZDO is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is AM08 ZDO safe to buy?

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