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AM04 ZLM

2017 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,553 mi
Last recorded74,553 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM04 ZLM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 74,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 69,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted - not allowing full inspection of covered areas

Pass 2 Aug 2023 63,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit and both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 51,085 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 29,762 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 29,613 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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AM04 ZLM is a 2017 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 53,322 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 AM04 ZLM, 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 9 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 AM04 ZLM?

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What year was AM04 ZLM registered?

AM04 ZLM is a 2017 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2017.

Is AM04 ZLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM04 ZLM shows 6 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 AM04 ZLM have outstanding finance?

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