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KS57 DKJ

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

78,004 mi
Last recorded78,004 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 DKJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 78,004 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 78,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2017 65,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 63,495 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 126,345 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 54,630 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jan 2014 47,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/f tyre feathering on outer edge

rear tyres becoming low on tread

Pass 19 Jan 2013 37,789 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake discs becoming worn and lipped

n/s/f tyre feathering on outer edge

Pass 22 Jan 2012 27,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake discs becoming worn and lipped

front brake performance uneven

handbrake travel becoming excessive

Pass 5 Jan 2011 19,159 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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KS57 DKJ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KS57 DKJ, 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 KS57 DKJ registered?

KS57 DKJ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is KS57 DKJ safe to buy?

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