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YK08 MKD

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

82,910 mi
Last recorded82,910 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 MKD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 82,910 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 May 2025 80,764 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2025 80,764 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 76,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall to shoulder area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 29 May 2024 76,967 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall to shoulder area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 May 2023 71,098 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 67,071 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 62,450 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 55,186 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 44,108 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 41,933 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 36,003 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 30,531 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 28,686 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 26,280 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 26,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,981 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 20,676 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 17,317 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 13,615 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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YK08 MKD is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YK08 MKD, 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 YK08 MKD registered?

YK08 MKD is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is YK08 MKD safe to buy?

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