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EO08 TWF

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,859 mi
Last recorded60,859 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 TWF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 60,859 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 59,718 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 58,540 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cracking within the tread grooves , tyre is also worn unevenly on inner edges . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 57,004 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 55,393 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45 R17 91W R/F (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel cap seal perished

Fail 1 Oct 2021 55,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 R17 91W R/F (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45 R17 91W R/F (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 29 Sep 2020 53,170 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread line (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread line (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 51,250 miles

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 28 Sep 2018 49,074 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 47,024 miles

Both front tyres perished

Pass 28 Sep 2016 44,711 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,188 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 39,249 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 35,444 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 32,767 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2011 29,840 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 26,215 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 26,150 miles

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

Offside 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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EO08 TWF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EO08 TWF, 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 EO08 TWF registered?

EO08 TWF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is EO08 TWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 TWF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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