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BJ08 CYL

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,182 mi
Last recorded69,182 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 CYL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 69,182 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 61,761 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 54,305 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 54,305 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 41,279 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,797 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,926 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,786 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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BJ08 CYL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BJ08 CYL, 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 BJ08 CYL registered?

BJ08 CYL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 CYL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ08 CYL have outstanding finance?

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