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KS08 WCF

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,072 mi
Last recorded70,072 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 WCF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 70,072 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 63,757 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 60,167 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Airfreshner removed from rear view mirror. ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 60,167 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Airfreshner removed from rear view mirror. ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 53,727 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 53,727 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 45,404 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 37,736 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 31,364 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 26,067 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 11,427 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,168 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 8,332 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 8,312 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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KS08 WCF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KS08 WCF, 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 KS08 WCF registered?

KS08 WCF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KS08 WCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 WCF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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