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GL57 ERK

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,003 mi
Last recorded79,003 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 ERK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2016 79,003 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 74,273 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2013 66,947 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 61,574 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Jul 2011 54,731 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 44,369 miles

slight wear to front and rear brake discs

unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle as plastic shields fitted

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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GL57 ERK is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GL57 ERK, 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

How do I check the history of GL57 ERK?

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What year was GL57 ERK registered?

GL57 ERK is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is GL57 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 ERK shows 6 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 GL57 ERK have outstanding finance?

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