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YE08 UBK

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,911 mi
Last recorded75,911 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 UBK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 75,911 miles

both front tyres worn on outers

screen cracked

Fail 4 Oct 2019 75,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both front tyres worn on outers

screen cracked

Pass 4 Oct 2018 66,413 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 66,383 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2017 56,274 miles

Both front tyres heavy wear at outer shoulders.

Child seat fitted to NSR not allowing full inspection of seat belt.

Fail 17 Jul 2017 56,274 miles

Both front tyres heavy wear at outer shoulders.

Child seat fitted to NSR not allowing full inspection of seat belt.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 50,028 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 47,643 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 43,506 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 43,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 35,431 miles

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

front brake discs lipped

Fail 17 Jul 2012 27,691 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 27,691 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,292 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 20,292 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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YE08 UBK is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YE08 UBK, 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 YE08 UBK registered?

YE08 UBK is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is YE08 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 UBK shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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