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DG08 PFY

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,537 mi
Last recorded104,537 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 PFY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2022 104,537 miles

exhaust rusty

n/s/r axle mount corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2021 100,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 95,720 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 90,365 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 85,644 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 65,940 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 61,817 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 55,424 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 48,155 miles

rear tyres worn below 1,6mm on edges but step tread

Pass 27 Mar 2013 42,277 miles

air freshner and mirror mascot removed from centre drivers view

extensive engine, sill and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

nearside rear shock absorber moist

nearside rear tyre wear @2.5/3mm ( limit 1.6mm )

offside reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 21 Mar 2012 36,647 miles

extensive engine, sill and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

o/s rear tyre wear @2/2.5mm ( limit 1.6mm )

Pass 31 Mar 2011 31,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

extensive plastic covers fitted at engine, sills and underbody.

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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DG08 PFY is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DG08 PFY, 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 DG08 PFY registered?

DG08 PFY is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DG08 PFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 PFY shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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