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GD08 DWV

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,990 mi
Last recorded127,990 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 DWV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 127,990 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 119,697 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 112,363 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 105,300 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 96,594 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 96,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 87,731 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 79,383 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 79,383 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2018 72,330 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 64,579 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 58,354 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre 3 mm small split in tread

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

Offside Rear tyre 4 mm

Pass 10 Aug 2015 53,954 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 46,382 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing outer edge more than rest of tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 40,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2011 26,134 miles

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

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

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

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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GD08 DWV is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GD08 DWV, 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 GD08 DWV?

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What year was GD08 DWV registered?

GD08 DWV is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 27 July 2008.

Is GD08 DWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 DWV shows 16 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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