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FX08 UGZ

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,484 mi
Last recorded98,484 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 UGZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 98,484 miles

both front brake hoses starting to deteriorate

Fail 30 Aug 2018 98,472 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Covers/undertrays fitted

Rear tyres starting to get low 2.5-3mm and wear on inner edge

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2017 86,800 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 86,800 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 74,837 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2016 74,837 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush forward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 66,909 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 51,779 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 42,964 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,087 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 17,531 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FX08 UGZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FX08 UGZ, 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 FX08 UGZ registered?

FX08 UGZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is FX08 UGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 UGZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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