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T26 ABU

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,485 mi
Last recorded117,485 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT26 ABU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 117,485 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 110,669 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 104,006 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 96,968 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 92,718 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 88,986 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 88,986 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 83,256 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 68,998 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 54,576 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 38,196 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 37,855 miles

engine covers and under trays obscure some testable items

Pass 2 Jun 2015 31,430 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 24,692 miles

front tyres spliting in tread

Pass 24 May 2013 20,135 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 16,168 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 9,690 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 9,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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T26 ABU is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T26 ABU, 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 T26 ABU registered?

T26 ABU is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is T26 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T26 ABU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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