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VE08 XTL

2008 BMW 116

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

171,408 mi
Last recorded171,408 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 XTL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 171,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread low running on wear markers (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread low running on wear markers (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 166,888 miles

EML on

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 156,952 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 156,952 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 137,449 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 114,051 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 85,305 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 63,997 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 XTL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 XTL, 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 XTL registered?

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

Is VE08 XTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 XTL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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