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AE21 OBA

2021 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,539 mi
Last recorded49,539 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 11639,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE21 OBA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 49,539 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 42,662 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 32,062 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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AE21 OBA is a 2021 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,223 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 AE21 OBA, 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 5 years old, this BMW 116 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE21 OBA?

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What year was AE21 OBA registered?

AE21 OBA is a 2021 BMW 116, first registered on 2 March 2021.

Is AE21 OBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE21 OBA shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE21 OBA have outstanding finance?

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