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VE08 KCU

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,169 mi
Last recorded109,169 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 KCU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 109,169 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 104,232 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 101,417 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 101,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 96,017 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 96,017 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 90,373 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Slight play in both rear lower ball joints

Pass 3 Mar 2017 81,110 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 76,253 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 64,179 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 57,579 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 49,402 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 39,102 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,538 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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VE08 KCU 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 85.7%.

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 VE08 KCU, 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 VE08 KCU registered?

VE08 KCU is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is VE08 KCU safe to buy?

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