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BK58 BWU

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

79,951 mi
Last recorded79,951 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 BWU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 79,951 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 79,950 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 79,775 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 79,762 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Serious noise from engine !

Pass 21 Sep 2021 78,965 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 78,965 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 74,477 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 69,421 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 69,420 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 64,307 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 57,560 miles

signs of corrosion to n/s/r o/s/r brake pipes

signs of perishing to n/s/f o/s/f brake hoses

Pass 4 Jan 2017 54,036 miles

signs of corrosion to n/s/r o/s/r brake pipes

signs of perishing to n/s/f o/s/f brake hoses

Pass 14 Jan 2016 51,212 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 46,855 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 46,852 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 44,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,971 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 41,448 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,356 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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BK58 BWU is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BK58 BWU, 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

How do I check the history of BK58 BWU?

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What year was BK58 BWU registered?

BK58 BWU is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is BK58 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 BWU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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