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B20 SJT

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,284 mi
Last recorded70,284 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 SJT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 70,284 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 53,999 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 44,259 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

boot full

engine covers and under trays fitted

fuel filler flap/door missing, no lockable fuel cap fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2020 37,636 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 31,961 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 27,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 23,045 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 18,861 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 13,111 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,522 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 8,758 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

indicator flash rate high

Pass 11 Mar 2013 8,758 miles

indicator flash rate high

Pass 7 Mar 2012 6,446 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 5,160 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 5,103 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

nail in o/s/r tyre outer tread ( UNREPAIRABLE )

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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B20 SJT is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black 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 B20 SJT, 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 B20 SJT registered?

B20 SJT is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is B20 SJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 SJT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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