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GJ58 GYS

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,994 mi
Last recorded37,994 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 GYS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2018 37,994 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 71,603 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 67,720 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 60,426 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 53,572 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 45,930 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 37,433 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 30,069 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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GJ58 GYS is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GJ58 GYS, 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 GJ58 GYS registered?

GJ58 GYS is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is GJ58 GYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ58 GYS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ58 GYS have outstanding finance?

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