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BK08 LFJ

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,614 mi
Last recorded94,614 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 LFJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 May 2020 94,614 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 82,556 miles

O/S/F Tyre tread wearing on outer edge

Fail 4 Feb 2019 81,879 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front 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))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 61,316 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm left (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 61,316 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50R17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm left (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 47,719 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 44,498 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 40,089 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 37,491 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 33,907 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 31,674 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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BK08 LFJ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LFJ, 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 LFJ registered?

BK08 LFJ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BK08 LFJ safe to buy?

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