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GL08 BZW

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

156,782 mi
Last recorded156,782 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 BZW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 156,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 144,781 miles

Front damage to bumper

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 133,060 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre on outer edge ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front brake hoses perishing

engine cover and undertray fitted

fuel cap seal perishing

impact damage to the o/s/f bumper

o/s/f fog lamp inop

o/s/f tyre has a cut to inner sidewall, not reaching cords

rear differential leaking oil

rear washer doesn't hit the rear window

Pass 30 Jun 2017 123,861 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 113,408 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 105,084 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 98,605 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 93,181 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 87,225 miles

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)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 73,541 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 73,098 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GL08 BZW is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GL08 BZW, 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 GL08 BZW registered?

GL08 BZW is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is GL08 BZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 BZW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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