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GP08 MRO

2008 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,207 mi
Last recorded84,207 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 MRO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 84,207 miles

centre exhaust mount is broken

multiple chips in windscreen

Pass 26 Jul 2025 82,387 miles

exhaust corroded

front+rear brake discs corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2024 80,135 miles

slight perishing front & rear brake flexy hoses

Pass 13 Jul 2023 78,582 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 78,582 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 75,527 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre scuffed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage not more than 10m/m (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Tyre slightly damaged scuffed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 75,521 miles

Nearside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault passenger seat matt has open circuit (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre scuffed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Tyre slightly damaged scuffed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 72,962 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 71,003 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 67,440 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 58,985 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 48,803 miles

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 27 Jul 2016 41,640 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,913 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,803 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 20,263 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 17,707 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 15,577 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GP08 MRO is a 2008 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GP08 MRO, 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 GP08 MRO registered?

GP08 MRO is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is GP08 MRO safe to buy?

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