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GY58 VEW

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,273 mi
Last recorded107,273 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 VEW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 107,273 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 107,273 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 96,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 86,910 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 77,983 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 77,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2016 70,226 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 62,850 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 62,850 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 51,836 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 51,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 44,228 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 41,772 miles

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

all brake pads getting low

child seat fitted to nearside rear - unable to check seatbelt operation

nearside rear tyre has minor sidewall damage

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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GY58 VEW is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY58 VEW, 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.

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What year was GY58 VEW registered?

GY58 VEW is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is GY58 VEW safe to buy?

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