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YD08 VKT

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,960 mi
Last recorded102,960 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 VKT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 102,960 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 102,960 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 92,991 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 84,660 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 81,309 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 78,243 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 76,844 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake warning light on

handbrake warning light on

Pass 17 Apr 2013 48,898 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 40,957 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 40,957 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 30,146 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 30,146 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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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YD08 VKT is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YD08 VKT, 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 YD08 VKT registered?

YD08 VKT is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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