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DE58 BMU

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

67,793 mi
Last recorded67,793 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 BMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 67,793 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking and worn outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 64,355 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroding and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front deteriorating, cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 64,355 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroding and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front deteriorating, cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 60,200 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 59,656 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 57,260 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 55,050 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 53,397 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 51,763 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 49,441 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 46,684 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 43,977 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 40,234 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 35,081 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 29,289 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 23,344 miles

Nearside Front 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.

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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DE58 BMU is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DE58 BMU, 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 DE58 BMU registered?

DE58 BMU is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 18 October 2008.

Is DE58 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE58 BMU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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