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YC08 AUL

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,235 mi
Last recorded127,235 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 AUL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 127,235 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm and very low on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 1 Feb 2016 127,235 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (2.4.G.2)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing seat belt catch under seat remove seat base to get catch (5.1.1)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Item removed from drivers view

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 114,311 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 102,201 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 102,201 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 81,903 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 57,181 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 Mar 2011 38,496 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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YC08 AUL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC08 AUL, 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 YC08 AUL registered?

YC08 AUL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is YC08 AUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 AUL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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