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FL58 BHY

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,851 mi
Last recorded76,851 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 BHY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 76,851 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 68,378 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 58,354 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 49,686 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 2 Oct 2014 49,523 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 39,529 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,772 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 21,242 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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FL58 BHY is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black 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 FL58 BHY, 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

How do I check the history of FL58 BHY?

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What year was FL58 BHY registered?

FL58 BHY is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is FL58 BHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 BHY 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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