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GJ08 OVM

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,430 mi
Last recorded82,430 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 OVM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 82,430 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 May 2018 75,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 May 2017 66,732 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2016 58,171 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 48,054 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 40,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp dipped and main beam warning on

Puncture offside rear

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2013 37,321 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 29,401 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,917 miles

Wear on o/s rear outer tyre tread.

Fail 22 Jun 2011 24,796 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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GJ08 OVM is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GJ08 OVM, 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 GJ08 OVM registered?

GJ08 OVM is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is GJ08 OVM safe to buy?

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