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FB57 AWP

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,326 mi
Last recorded71,326 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB57 AWP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 71,326 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 59,744 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 59,429 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 44,023 miles

engine management light on

front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 23 Jan 2014 27,895 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jan 2014 27,895 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2013 16,966 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 14 Jan 2012 12,959 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 9,062 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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FB57 AWP is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FB57 AWP, 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 FB57 AWP registered?

FB57 AWP is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FB57 AWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB57 AWP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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