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VK58 OUE

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,062 mi
Last recorded132,062 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 OUE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 132,062 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 123,414 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 116,139 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 107,878 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 100,188 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 89,516 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 69,816 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 69,816 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 54,062 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 54,062 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 38,044 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 21,157 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 10,574 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 6,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 6,376 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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VK58 OUE 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 80%.

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 VK58 OUE, 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 VK58 OUE registered?

VK58 OUE is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is VK58 OUE safe to buy?

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