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VX57 UFT

2008 BMW 116

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,957 mi
Last recorded108,957 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX57 UFT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 108,957 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 105,077 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 100,623 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 95,469 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 88,139 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 83,343 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 79,298 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 73,380 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 68,177 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 60,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 53,490 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 48,500 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 36,486 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 26,759 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,887 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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VX57 UFT is a 2008 BMW 116 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VX57 UFT, 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 VX57 UFT registered?

VX57 UFT is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is VX57 UFT safe to buy?

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