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YR58 RVL

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,671 mi
Last recorded49,671 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR58 RVL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 49,671 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 42,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 36,207 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 33,246 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,818 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 25,844 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre wear on outer edges

Pass 27 Sep 2014 25,844 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre wear on outer edges

Pass 1 Oct 2013 22,722 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 19,208 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 15,607 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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YR58 RVL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black 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 YR58 RVL, 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 YR58 RVL registered?

YR58 RVL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is YR58 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR58 RVL 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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