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A16 JBR

2016 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,011 mi
Last recorded76,011 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 JBR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 76,011 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 65,182 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 55,497 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

Pass 25 Nov 2022 49,362 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Badly water damaged - close to limit (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 40,912 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 35,214 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 30,729 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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A16 JBR is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 43,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 JBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 JBR registered?

A16 JBR is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 November 2016.

Is A16 JBR safe to buy?

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