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FP58 ETF

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,577 mi
Last recorded114,577 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP58 ETF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 114,577 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 109,870 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted kerb damaged on outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 109,870 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault light on (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted kerb damaged on outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 103,018 miles

Front exhaust flexi section deteriorating

Pass 4 Nov 2017 94,244 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 90,378 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 69,083 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 69,083 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 62,910 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 55,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 55,555 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 50,480 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 39,137 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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FP58 ETF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP58 ETF, 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.

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What year was FP58 ETF registered?

FP58 ETF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is FP58 ETF safe to buy?

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