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DW58 DCW

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,397 mi
Last recorded119,397 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDW58 DCW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 119,397 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 119,368 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge worn to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also both edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

fuel cap sealing device cracking

Pass 17 Oct 2023 115,099 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 110,684 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 110,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 6 Jan 2021 102,573 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 94,925 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 92,257 miles

Cracks on the windscreen

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

Front headlight washers inoperative

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 85,147 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 76,137 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 69,060 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 57,261 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 48,817 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 36,313 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 36,313 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 24,989 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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DW58 DCW 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 81.3%.

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 DW58 DCW, 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 DW58 DCW registered?

DW58 DCW is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is DW58 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DW58 DCW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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