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EX08 RDZ

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,506 mi
Last recorded116,506 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 RDZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 116,506 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 116,506 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 107,649 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 107,045 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 98,239 miles

nearside front inner brake pad is low and requires attention

Pass 31 May 2016 85,106 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 72,532 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 72,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 55,776 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 37,551 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 19,937 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 19,937 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,033 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 13,759 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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EX08 RDZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EX08 RDZ, 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 EX08 RDZ registered?

EX08 RDZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is EX08 RDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 RDZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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