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GP08 OVM

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,209 mi
Last recorded120,209 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 OVM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 120,209 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 113,977 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 109,465 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 105,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 99,624 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 89,791 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2018 89,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 77,558 miles

rear tyres getting low

Pass 1 Jun 2016 64,612 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 53,077 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 44,126 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,542 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 24,642 miles

both front tyres starting to get low on tread on edges

Pass 15 Jun 2011 17,130 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 OVM is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OVM, 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 OVM registered?

GP08 OVM is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 OVM safe to buy?

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