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BN08 NOU

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,354 mi
Last recorded143,354 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 NOU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 143,354 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 133,971 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear upper x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 123,534 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 115,198 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 110,127 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 105,590 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 98,074 miles

Nail in tyre offside rear ()

Pass 3 Aug 2017 91,856 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2017 91,856 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 80,029 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 69,675 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all brake pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 58,551 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 50,950 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jul 2013 50,932 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 44,078 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2011 30,483 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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BN08 NOU is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BN08 NOU, 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 BN08 NOU?

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What year was BN08 NOU registered?

BN08 NOU is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is BN08 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NOU shows 16 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.

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