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KN58 MLV

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,567 mi
Last recorded97,567 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 MLV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 97,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 96,406 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 96,296 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 95,622 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 94,309 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 92,030 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 80,274 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 68,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 59,649 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2012 45,947 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

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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KN58 MLV is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KN58 MLV, 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 KN58 MLV registered?

KN58 MLV is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is KN58 MLV safe to buy?

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