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EN08 NFP

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

136,719 mi
Last recorded136,719 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 NFP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 136,719 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 130,182 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 122,262 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 116,585 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 109,771 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2019 109,771 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 102,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.6mm + worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 98,336 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2017 98,336 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 94,046 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 94,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 90,598 miles

brake wear indicator on

Pass 15 Jul 2014 75,894 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 61,735 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 41,961 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 31,948 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 31,948 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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EN08 NFP is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN08 NFP, 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 EN08 NFP registered?

EN08 NFP is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is EN08 NFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 NFP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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