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YP08 JWF

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,161 mi
Last recorded38,161 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 JWF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 38,161 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 33,777 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 26,985 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 26,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 23,766 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 21,987 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 21,968 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven INCREASE (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 11 May 2016 20,037 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 17,969 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear tyre has craze cracks but not showing cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 15,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre cracking but not showing cords

Offside rear tyre tyre cracking but not showing cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 13,642 miles

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

all (x4) tyres, tread starting to crack

Pass 25 Apr 2012 11,896 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 9,342 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YP08 JWF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YP08 JWF, 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 YP08 JWF registered?

YP08 JWF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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