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FL08 PYB

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

111,922 mi
Last recorded111,922 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 PYB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 111,922 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 103,867 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 89,715 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 75,943 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 67,472 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 67,472 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 58,700 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 57,172 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 52,169 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 46,031 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 39,572 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)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 34,749 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 29,046 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 23,688 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 23,170 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 18,111 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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FL08 PYB is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 FL08 PYB, 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 FL08 PYB registered?

FL08 PYB is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is FL08 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 PYB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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