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VU08 JJF

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,250 mi
Last recorded142,250 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 JJF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 142,250 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 142,248 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 137,806 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 128,905 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2022 128,653 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 123,253 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 120,760 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 117,448 miles

Lower under tray fitted

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread 3to 4mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear wheel has slight play

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 113,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Dec 2016 104,756 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 91,812 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2014 81,838 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 70,975 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 60,906 miles

very slight play n/s/r suspension

Pass 19 Dec 2011 52,676 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 52,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2010 39,765 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2010 39,765 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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 JJF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JJF, 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 JJF registered?

VU08 JJF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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