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VEZ 5973

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,458 mi
Last recorded147,458 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 5973
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 147,458 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 147,457 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 135,604 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 124,821 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns/os (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 110,105 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 110,092 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 104,630 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 91,493 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 80,240 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 72,799 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,017 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 65,568 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 52,886 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 38,163 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 37,057 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 27,293 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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VEZ 5973 is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VEZ 5973, 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 VEZ 5973 registered?

VEZ 5973 is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is VEZ 5973 safe to buy?

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