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YN08 VCM

2008 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

167,204 mi
Last recorded167,204 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 VCM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 167,204 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 160,134 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 147,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 137,565 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 125,704 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 112,933 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 103,562 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 92,533 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler cap seal deteriorated.

Pass 5 Jul 2013 79,643 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler cap seal starting to deteriorate.

Pass 6 Jul 2012 58,621 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2011 44,651 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 44,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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YN08 VCM is a 2008 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YN08 VCM, 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 YN08 VCM registered?

YN08 VCM is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is YN08 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 VCM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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