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VE08 XTG

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

75,176 mi
Last recorded75,176 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 XTG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 75,176 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 75,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 65,319 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 54,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 54,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 43,362 miles

N/S/R tyre wearing on inside edge

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2011 32,511 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 32,307 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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 XTG is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XTG, 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

How do I check the history of VE08 XTG?

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What year was VE08 XTG registered?

VE08 XTG is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is VE08 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 XTG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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