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YS08 YXF

2008 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,863 mi
Last recorded83,863 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 YXF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 83,863 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 79,075 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 74,979 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 71,598 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 71,598 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 65,796 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 60,173 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 60,173 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 54,196 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 48,058 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2015 40,066 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 32,785 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 24,962 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 19,394 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 19,394 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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YS08 YXF is a 2008 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS08 YXF, 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 YS08 YXF registered?

YS08 YXF is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is YS08 YXF safe to buy?

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