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A25 MBS

2016 BMW 118

White Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,380 mi
Last recorded55,380 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 MBS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 55,380 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 55,380 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 49,284 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 44,550 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 39,926 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 39,926 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 33,749 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 33,748 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2021 27,625 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 18,312 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 13,555 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From sump bung (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A25 MBS is a 2016 BMW 118 in White with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 46,794 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A25 MBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A25 MBS registered?

A25 MBS is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is A25 MBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A25 MBS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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