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DV08 XSX

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,078 mi
Last recorded114,078 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 XSX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 114,078 miles

engine cover fitted & under covers fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2017 111,962 miles

Oil leak from rear of cylinder head

Fail 11 Jul 2017 111,962 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak from rear of cylinder head

Pass 29 Mar 2016 110,481 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 100,959 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 85,955 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 69,536 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake warning light on

Fail 8 Mar 2013 69,536 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake warning light on

Pass 14 Apr 2012 52,138 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 32,376 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 XSX is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XSX, 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 XSX registered?

DV08 XSX is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is DV08 XSX safe to buy?

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