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DV08 HYC

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,946 mi
Last recorded88,946 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 HYC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 88,946 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 75,580 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 75,579 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault AIR BAG (5.4.2)

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and nail in it, offside rear (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 69,355 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 59,475 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 52,037 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 48,512 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 27 Oct 2012 40,395 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 33,066 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 28,209 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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DV08 HYC is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV08 HYC, 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 DV08 HYC registered?

DV08 HYC is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 HYC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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