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PE08 XDY

2008 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,350 mi
Last recorded149,350 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 31681,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 XDY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2016 149,350 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 126,205 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 105,130 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 95,215 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 80,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 56,703 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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PE08 XDY is a 2008 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,895cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 81,025 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE08 XDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PE08 XDY?

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What year was PE08 XDY registered?

PE08 XDY is a 2008 BMW 316, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PE08 XDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 XDY shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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