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VFZ 2396

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,110 mi
Last recorded94,110 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 2396
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2017 94,110 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test You are not allowed damage or items (inc. satnav, phones, air fresheners etc) larger than 40mm within swept area of windscreen ()

Rear wheels slightly binding

Pass 19 Nov 2016 86,922 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 82,298 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 74,958 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

brake warning light on

nearside front tyre worn on the edges

nearside rear tyre worn on the edges

offside front tyre worn on the edges worn close to the legal 1.6 mm limit

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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VFZ 2396 is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VFZ 2396, 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 VFZ 2396?

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What year was VFZ 2396 registered?

VFZ 2396 is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is VFZ 2396 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 2396 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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