MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
138,000 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
o/s number plate light not working
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure brake pad warning wire (1.9.2a)
Offside Steering locking device missing securing bolt missing from track rod joint (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
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)
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CA57 MGO is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 CA57 MGO, 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.
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What year was CA57 MGO registered?
CA57 MGO is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 2 January 2008.
Is CA57 MGO safe to buy?
The MOT history for CA57 MGO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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