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HFZ 8671

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

100,971 mi
Last recorded100,971 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 8671
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 100,971 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 95,945 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 92,528 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 92,528 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 87,809 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 82,852 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 74,237 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 67,495 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 64,236 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 60,036 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 55,874 miles

both front tyres cracking to the treads and nearside front wearing close.

Pass 13 Jan 2016 51,994 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 51,839 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

cracking to front tyres in tread

Pass 19 Dec 2014 48,010 miles

brake pad warning light on

nearside front brake pad warning light wire incorrectly routed

offside rear brake pad warning light wire fouling cv joint

traction control light on

Pass 9 Dec 2013 42,871 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 37,283 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 28,236 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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HFZ 8671 is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 HFZ 8671, 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 HFZ 8671 registered?

HFZ 8671 is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is HFZ 8671 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 8671 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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