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EK58 OLN

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

133,797 mi
Last recorded133,797 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 OLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 133,797 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All 4 brake flexi pipes perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 126,813 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 121,567 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 117,362 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 110,413 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 104,955 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 97,477 miles

Undertrays fitted

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2019 97,477 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect HEADLAMP HAS WATER CONDENSATION (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH REAR TYRES CORDS EXPOSED (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Undertrays fitted

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2018 87,655 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 85,928 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 76,108 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 65,826 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 51,338 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)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 40,429 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 32,487 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 32,049 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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EK58 OLN is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EK58 OLN, 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 EK58 OLN registered?

EK58 OLN is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 17 October 2008.

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