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GK08 YPJ

2008 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,441 mi
Last recorded83,441 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 YPJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 83,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 69,278 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake warning light on

Pass 29 May 2012 46,827 miles

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

both rear tyres 2/3 mm in centre of tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,740 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 29,355 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 29,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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GK08 YPJ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GK08 YPJ, 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 GK08 YPJ registered?

GK08 YPJ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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