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GP08 OUL

2008 BMW 116

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,302 mi
Last recorded62,302 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 OUL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 62,302 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 58,005 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2024 58,005 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 53,022 miles

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

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

nearside and offside rear abs rings damaged

Fail 20 Jul 2023 52,969 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

nearside and offside rear abs rings damaged

Pass 12 May 2022 45,996 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 42,863 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 42,863 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 39,059 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 37,827 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 36,275 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 35,036 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 33,780 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 32,256 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 30,484 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 28,706 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 26,939 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 22,954 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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GP08 OUL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GP08 OUL, 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 OUL registered?

GP08 OUL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is GP08 OUL safe to buy?

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