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GU08 CJZ

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

97,515 mi
Last recorded97,515 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 CJZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 97,515 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 78,473 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dull (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 70,330 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 70,330 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 66,536 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 62,303 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 58,689 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 57,821 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 54,187 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 50,347 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 46,583 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 43,190 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 39,360 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 32,841 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2013 22,732 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 18,274 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2012 11,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F TYRE WORN ON EDGES OF TREAD

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE OF TREAD .BELOW LEGEL LIMIT

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2011 8,383 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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GU08 CJZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GU08 CJZ, 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 GU08 CJZ registered?

GU08 CJZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is GU08 CJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 CJZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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