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GV08 VMG

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,430 mi
Last recorded72,430 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 VMG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 72,430 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 67,324 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 60,169 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 54,980 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 50,420 miles

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

both rear tyres have nail in

Fail 2 Jul 2012 39,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 39,321 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 25,778 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 VMG is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GV08 VMG, 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 VMG registered?

GV08 VMG is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is GV08 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 VMG shows 8 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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