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GV08 DDN

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,227 mi
Last recorded49,227 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 DDN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 49,227 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 46,905 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 45,641 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 43,732 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 41,526 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 38,112 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 36,664 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 34,375 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 32,229 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,631 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,779 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,444 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 19,673 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2013 18,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,841 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 10,893 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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GV08 DDN is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GV08 DDN, 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 GV08 DDN registered?

GV08 DDN is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GV08 DDN safe to buy?

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