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FY08 EAC

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,350 mi
Last recorded82,350 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EAC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 82,350 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 78,940 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 76,987 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 70,781 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 66,649 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 64,680 miles

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

Nearside Rear grease leaking from inner joint

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

brake warning light on

Pass 15 Oct 2019 59,304 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and bald on edge 205 50rf17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside headlamp water ingress

Rear suspension showing corrosion

brake pad warning lamp on

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2018 51,620 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 50,218 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 46,182 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 42,110 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 38,546 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 34,239 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 29,183 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 23,766 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 18,287 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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FY08 EAC is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY08 EAC, 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 FY08 EAC registered?

FY08 EAC is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is FY08 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 EAC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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