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YR08 XHF

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,387 mi
Last recorded57,387 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 XHF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 57,387 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 52,087 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 47,177 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2016 44,541 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 41,161 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 37,327 miles

rear discs worn

rear pads worn

front pads worn

n/s/f tyre on limit

n/s/r bumper damaged

Pass 1 Jun 2013 33,252 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2012 28,492 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 28,492 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 22,703 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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YR08 XHF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YR08 XHF, 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 YR08 XHF registered?

YR08 XHF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YR08 XHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 XHF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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