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FG08 VYP

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,366 mi
Last recorded81,366 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VYP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 81,366 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 74,146 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 68,516 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 63,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 60,886 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 58,945 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 57,160 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 54,311 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 47,023 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 41,260 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 36,960 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 31,944 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 31,942 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 26,419 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 20,763 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,431 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 13,010 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 13,010 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FG08 VYP is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey 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 FG08 VYP, 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 FG08 VYP registered?

FG08 VYP is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is FG08 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 VYP 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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