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YD08 XFL

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,215 mi
Last recorded130,215 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 XFL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 130,215 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2020 126,333 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 126,332 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 122,064 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 117,327 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 107,094 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 102,613 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 97,902 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 97,902 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2013 93,398 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 93,393 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 75,429 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 45,623 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 20,645 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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YD08 XFL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YD08 XFL, 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 XFL registered?

YD08 XFL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is YD08 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 XFL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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