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GY08 OTW

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,599 mi
Last recorded122,599 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 OTW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2023 122,599 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 121,143 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 119,098 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 8 Oct 2020 116,476 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 114,133 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 112,262 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 107,403 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 104,420 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 98,752 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 78,692 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 63,179 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 54,289 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 44,735 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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GY08 OTW is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 GY08 OTW, 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 GY08 OTW registered?

GY08 OTW is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is GY08 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 OTW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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