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YA08 KVL

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,830 mi
Last recorded43,830 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 KVL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 May 2018 43,830 miles

Both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 5 Apr 2017 42,545 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 40,262 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 37,768 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 35,202 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 32,002 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 29,228 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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YA08 KVL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 YA08 KVL, 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 YA08 KVL registered?

YA08 KVL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is YA08 KVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 KVL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YA08 KVL have outstanding finance?

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