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CB08 HON

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

124,026 mi
Last recorded124,026 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB08 HON
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 124,026 miles

Rear Subframe corroding

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 1 Jun 2022 104,595 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 97,406 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 96,006 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 96,006 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 92,849 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 86,892 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 79,250 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 78,332 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 70,087 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 55,370 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 55,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 50,882 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 45,823 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 45,821 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 35,456 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

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

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 35,456 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 24,086 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 15,729 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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CB08 HON is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 CB08 HON, 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 CB08 HON registered?

CB08 HON is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2008.

Is CB08 HON safe to buy?

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