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AF71 VFS

2021 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,131 mi
Last recorded150,131 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 11639,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF71 VFS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 150,131 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 145,195 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 135,242 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 135,242 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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AF71 VFS is a 2021 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF71 VFS, 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

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What year was AF71 VFS registered?

AF71 VFS is a 2021 BMW 116, first registered on 11 October 2021.

Is AF71 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF71 VFS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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