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YF08 XNG

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

112,933 mi
Last recorded112,933 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 XNG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 112,933 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 103,401 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 93,039 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake warning wire incorrectly placed, rubbing on drop link

Offside Number plate light dull

Offside Rear Brake warning wire incorrectly placed, rubbing on driveshaft

Under trays fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2023 93,039 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led side lights (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led side lights (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake warning wire incorrectly placed, rubbing on drop link

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

Offside Number plate light dull

Offside Rear Brake warning wire incorrectly placed, rubbing on driveshaft

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2022 84,937 miles

Front Bumper cracked and slightly loose on its fixings

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Handbrake high

Pass 23 Aug 2021 76,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 71,728 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 68,010 miles

Front & rear discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 62,903 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 57,301 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2017 57,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 50,963 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 46,001 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 38,411 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 32,624 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,757 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,299 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)

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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YF08 XNG is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YF08 XNG, 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 YF08 XNG registered?

YF08 XNG is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is YF08 XNG safe to buy?

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