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GF08 LFH

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

161,108 mi
Last recorded161,108 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LFH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 161,108 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 161,095 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 145,162 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame mounting modified but not seriously weakened ns and os rear (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 134,647 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame mounting modified but not seriously weakened ns and os rear (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 118,822 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 102,321 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 102,311 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2021 85,966 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 74,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

reverse lights not working.

Pass 23 Jul 2018 68,507 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 64,629 miles

engine covers fitted. under trays fitted.

Fail 7 Jul 2017 64,629 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine covers fitted. under trays fitted.

Pass 4 Jul 2016 58,912 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 58,912 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 51,982 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 4 Jul 2014 46,607 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 46,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2013 41,917 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 36,400 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 34,385 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 25,824 miles

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

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

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

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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GF08 LFH is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GF08 LFH, 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 GF08 LFH registered?

GF08 LFH is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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