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FY08 HTX

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,511 mi
Last recorded109,511 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 HTX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2025 109,511 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 100,821 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 93,149 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 85,454 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 77,773 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 77,142 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 72,739 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 68,042 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 63,018 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 57,498 miles

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Pass 13 Feb 2015 50,751 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 44,447 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 57,968 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 31,367 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 22,345 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 HTX is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HTX, 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 HTX registered?

FY08 HTX is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 HTX safe to buy?

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