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YC08 LVE

2008 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

109,047 mi
Last recorded109,047 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 LVE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 109,047 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 107,347 miles

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

Offside Rear differential seal damp

Fail 17 Mar 2022 107,347 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear differential seal damp

Pass 30 Mar 2021 100,839 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 96,365 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 96,365 miles

Windscreen washer not working Pipe off the ns washer jet and bottle empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 89,241 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 87,031 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 80,163 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 72,665 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 65,525 miles

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 28 Mar 2014 58,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 51,146 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,836 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 44,836 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 37,395 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 LVE is a 2008 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LVE, 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 LVE registered?

YC08 LVE is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is YC08 LVE safe to buy?

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