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DU08 EVX

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,146 mi
Last recorded108,146 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 EVX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 108,146 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

parking brake lever high

Pass 11 Mar 2020 106,104 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 102,140 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear subframe corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2019 102,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear subframe corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2017 91,815 miles

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

undertray/plastic covers fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2016 83,391 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 71,286 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 62,983 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 51,840 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 43,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 27,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear seat fitted with a childs seat

Pass 4 May 2011 14,253 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 12,919 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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DU08 EVX is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DU08 EVX, 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 DU08 EVX registered?

DU08 EVX is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DU08 EVX safe to buy?

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