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WK08 FRP

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,199 mi
Last recorded106,199 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 FRP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 106,199 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 98,053 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 92,556 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 85,303 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 79,988 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre wearing outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 79,950 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault Traction control operates when vehicle is moving (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 27 Sep 2019 77,374 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 72,752 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 72,752 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 67,727 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 62,199 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 58,168 miles

child seat fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2014 53,370 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2013 48,591 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 43,365 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 37,497 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 32,010 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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WK08 FRP is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WK08 FRP, 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 WK08 FRP registered?

WK08 FRP is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is WK08 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 FRP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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