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FE08 YYZ

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

121,215 mi
Last recorded121,215 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 YYZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 121,215 miles

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

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

SLIGHT CONDENSATION ON OFFSIDE HEAD LIGHT

Fail 12 Jun 2026 121,215 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

SLIGHT CONDENSATION ON OFFSIDE HEAD LIGHT

Pass 3 Jun 2025 108,982 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 99,277 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

parking brake lever has travel

Pass 5 Jun 2023 88,582 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 76,327 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 63,841 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 49,918 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 46,570 miles

All four tyres cracking through tread

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 41,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 37,305 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,968 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 27,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 May 2015 27,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Jan 2014 22,579 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 21,011 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 17,115 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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FE08 YYZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FE08 YYZ, 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 FE08 YYZ registered?

FE08 YYZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for FE08 YYZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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