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BF08 YPE

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

114,014 mi
Last recorded114,014 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 YPE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 114,014 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 114,009 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 104,594 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 101,336 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 98,158 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 98,158 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 89,659 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 81,536 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 81,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 75,015 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 65,459 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 53,419 miles

windscreen washer working but pump weak

Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,109 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 34,262 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 24,501 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/front tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 14 Jan 2012 17,562 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 16,732 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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BF08 YPE is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BF08 YPE, 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 BF08 YPE registered?

BF08 YPE is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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