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YC08 CFA

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,005 mi
Last recorded124,005 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 124,005 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

exhaust blowing at front

Pass 23 Mar 2017 117,887 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut on outer side wall

Fail 22 Mar 2017 117,884 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front tyre has cut on outer side wall

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 111,097 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 111,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 98,267 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 87,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres inner wall damaged but no cords showing

offside front tyre has damage to outer wall no cords showing

Pass 13 Mar 2013 76,403 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 54,492 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 27 Feb 2011 29,628 miles

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

both front tyres wearing heavy on outer edge

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 CFA is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC08 CFA, 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 CFA registered?

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

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