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TP02 HAR

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,864 mi
Last recorded152,864 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTP02 HAR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 152,864 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened BORDERLINE PASS, NEEDS ATTENTION. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Pass 23 Aug 2024 145,624 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 136,613 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 136,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 123,503 miles

Unable to inspect all vehicle components due to guards fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2021 109,397 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 101,325 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 92,538 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 84,455 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 74,017 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 74,017 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 66,052 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 61,575 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 58,352 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 51,633 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 44,771 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear brakle discs slightly corroded

nearside front brake disc corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2012 44,771 miles

both rear brakle discs slightly corroded

nearside front brake disc corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2011 38,648 miles

N/S/F Brake pad not braking on the full face of the disc

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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TP02 HAR is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TP02 HAR, 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.

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What year was TP02 HAR registered?

TP02 HAR is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is TP02 HAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for TP02 HAR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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