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VU08 BXJ

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,551 mi
Last recorded57,551 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 BXJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2023 57,551 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 57,551 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 55,840 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 54,637 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 54,637 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 52,539 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 44,218 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 40,216 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 36,796 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 33,903 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 30,770 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 27,671 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 23,022 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 18,198 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 13,695 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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VU08 BXJ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VU08 BXJ, 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 VU08 BXJ registered?

VU08 BXJ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is VU08 BXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 BXJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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