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VK08 JBZ

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,406 mi
Last recorded35,406 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 JBZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 35,406 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2023 35,406 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 33,682 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 33,461 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 33,236 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 33,085 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 31,546 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 30,191 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 28,109 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 25,496 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 22,682 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 19,519 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 16,620 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 13,374 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 10,393 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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VK08 JBZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VK08 JBZ, 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 VK08 JBZ registered?

VK08 JBZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VK08 JBZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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