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BG08 DPV

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,587 mi
Last recorded35,587 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 DPV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 35,587 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 22,620 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 22,620 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 17,007 miles

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 14,357 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 13,822 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 13,563 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 13,329 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 12,589 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 28 Mar 2017 12,255 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 11,939 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 11,430 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 10,497 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 9,366 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 9,366 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,322 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 6,008 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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BG08 DPV is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BG08 DPV, 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 BG08 DPV registered?

BG08 DPV is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is BG08 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 DPV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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