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GX08 FXW

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,382 mi
Last recorded119,382 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 FXW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 119,382 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 114,191 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 110,275 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 105,719 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 98,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking & devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking & devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 95,449 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 92,482 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2019 85,071 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 79,553 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 73,626 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2016 67,749 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 65,229 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 63,595 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2013 60,422 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2012 56,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 44,222 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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GX08 FXW is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX08 FXW, 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 GX08 FXW registered?

GX08 FXW is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is GX08 FXW safe to buy?

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