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YK08 NVG

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,827 mi
Last recorded75,827 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 NVG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 75,827 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2026 75,827 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

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

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

Pass 28 May 2025 71,328 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 65,793 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 61,686 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 57,401 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 52,822 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 48,579 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 42,305 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 39,886 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 39,441 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 37,316 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 36,146 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 34,048 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 32,006 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 25,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2012 25,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2011 18,405 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 NVG is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NVG, 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 NVG registered?

YK08 NVG is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is YK08 NVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 NVG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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