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GY08 SYO

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,996 mi
Last recorded113,996 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 113,996 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 99,379 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 88,585 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays covering components

Pass 4 Jun 2016 85,603 miles

Front both tyre's cracked

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 80,377 miles

Rear brakes are noisy on application

Steering rack is noisy,may need attention soon.

Pass 4 Jul 2014 69,246 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 69,245 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 58,435 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 47,973 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 40,053 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 39,038 miles

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

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

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 SYO is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SYO, 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 SYO registered?

GY08 SYO is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is GY08 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 SYO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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