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CA57 MGO

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,000 mi
Last recorded138,000 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 MGO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 138,000 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 137,654 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 129,064 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 123,693 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 118,280 miles

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))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 105,379 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 88,640 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2017 88,640 miles

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 64,993 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 44,413 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 39,891 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 34,211 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 28,721 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 22,981 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 17,482 miles

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.

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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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?

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