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AO08 LWZ

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

165,602 mi
Last recorded165,602 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 LWZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 165,602 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 163,869 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 160,248 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 156,603 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 244,901 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2018 244,872 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 147,236 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 129,402 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 118,158 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 98,972 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 77,430 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 56,976 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 34,362 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,017 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Apr 2011 15,017 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AO08 LWZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AO08 LWZ, 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 AO08 LWZ registered?

AO08 LWZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is AO08 LWZ safe to buy?

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