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GU08 UHB

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,289 mi
Last recorded79,289 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 UHB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 79,289 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 70,977 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 66,770 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Aug 2022 63,158 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 55,077 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))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 48,202 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 47,664 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 46,953 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 44,761 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 43,697 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Jun 2015 43,697 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jul 2014 41,155 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 36,105 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jul 2013 36,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 30,312 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing on outter edges

drivers rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2011 22,802 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 UHB is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UHB, 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 UHB registered?

GU08 UHB is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU08 UHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 UHB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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