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FL08 WEJ

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,241 mi
Last recorded84,241 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 WEJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 84,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2016 77,964 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened excessiv e corrosion on discs not effecting brake results (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 77,964 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened excessiv e corrosion on discs not effecting brake results (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 70,853 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)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 62,158 miles

drivers seat will not tilt

under bonnet covers fitted

under floor guards fitted

Pass 4 May 2013 60,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jan 2012 58,208 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 49,445 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 WEJ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WEJ, 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 WEJ registered?

FL08 WEJ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is FL08 WEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 WEJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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