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AK16 SBV

2016 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,527 mi
Last recorded81,527 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 SBV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 81,527 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 74,983 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And wearing on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 14 Jul 2025 74,981 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And wearing on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 71,123 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Rear discs corroded and worn

Pass 12 Jul 2023 65,215 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 57,213 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 5 Jul 2021 49,061 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2020 45,628 miles

Slight chip in windscreen

Under trays fitted

Pass 3 May 2019 33,232 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AK16 SBV is a 2016 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK16 SBV, 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 AK16 SBV registered?

AK16 SBV is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 7 May 2016.

Is AK16 SBV safe to buy?

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