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YB57 XCE

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,082 mi
Last recorded52,082 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 XCE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 52,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 46,747 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 39,563 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 33,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2014 28,342 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 24,637 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 19,671 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 14,515 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 14,465 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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YB57 XCE is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YB57 XCE, 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 YB57 XCE registered?

YB57 XCE is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is YB57 XCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB57 XCE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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