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YK58 MEU

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

93,343 mi
Last recorded93,343 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 MEU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 93,343 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 90,120 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 87,509 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 84,547 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 84,547 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 83,037 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 74,080 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 69,155 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 60,462 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 53,816 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 47,745 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 39,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 32,757 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 26,434 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)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 22,543 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 16,159 miles

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

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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YK58 MEU is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YK58 MEU, 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 YK58 MEU registered?

YK58 MEU is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is YK58 MEU safe to buy?

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