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YH08 ZMV

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,015 mi
Last recorded82,015 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 ZMV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 82,015 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all 4 side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

rear diff corroded

steering has noise when turning

under tray fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2026 82,015 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all 4 side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

rear diff corroded

steering has noise when turning

under tray fitted

Offside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail mounting (1.1.12 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 69,452 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2024 65,187 miles

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

Undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2022 64,622 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2021 61,899 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 59,127 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 55,519 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 55,519 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 42,494 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 42,492 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 36,235 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 32,971 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 32,971 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 14 Mar 2016 27,773 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 19 Mar 2015 25,649 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,587 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2012 20,309 miles

surface corrosion on front discs

Pass 2 Mar 2012 19,839 miles

front tyres wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 9 Mar 2011 16,617 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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YH08 ZMV is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YH08 ZMV, 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 YH08 ZMV registered?

YH08 ZMV is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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