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BK08 LFF

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,201 mi
Last recorded45,201 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 LFF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 45,201 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 42,734 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 39,900 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 37,365 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 37,365 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working wing (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 33,799 miles

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

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

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

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

rear pads low appox 4.00mm

Pass 21 Feb 2014 30,350 miles

Nearside front tyre worn edges

Offside front tyre worn edges

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 26,202 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 26,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 23,895 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 22,076 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 22,076 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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BK08 LFF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK08 LFF, 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 BK08 LFF registered?

BK08 LFF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BK08 LFF safe to buy?

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