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YY08 KZL

2008 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,441 mi
Last recorded81,441 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 KZL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 May 2018 81,441 miles

slight cracking front flexi brake hoses

slight play rear upper suspension arms

Pass 8 May 2017 68,561 miles

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

brake warning light illuminated

Pass 12 May 2016 56,675 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 50,515 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 45,498 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 42,474 miles

front wipers smear

Pass 17 May 2012 39,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 31,603 miles

brake sensor disconnected

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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YY08 KZL is a 2008 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YY08 KZL, 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.

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What year was YY08 KZL registered?

YY08 KZL is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is YY08 KZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY08 KZL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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