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BK08 YGL

2008 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,011 mi
Last recorded81,011 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 YGL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 81,011 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 81,011 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2022 71,418 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 13 May 2021 58,419 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 49,740 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 21 May 2019 45,400 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 15 May 2018 42,170 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 38,530 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2016 34,189 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 29,960 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 26,565 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,986 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 17,863 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,756 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 YGL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BK08 YGL, 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 YGL registered?

BK08 YGL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is BK08 YGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 YGL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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