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XXX 514N

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,195 mi
Last recorded160,195 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXX 514N
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2023 160,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear upper arm inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear upper arm inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 143,556 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 129,337 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 97,724 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 68,634 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 54,553 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

under tray/engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Apr 2016 42,771 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 32,184 miles

n/s/f suspension arm has slight play on ATL, also suspension noisey

Pass 22 Feb 2014 29,925 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 26,598 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake pads close to legal limit, vehicle has covers which doesnt allow full inspection, front suspension arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 9 Mar 2012 23,340 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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XXX 514N is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 XXX 514N, 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.

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XXX 514N is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 12 December 2008.

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