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AO72 VOM

2023 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,952 mi
Last recorded26,952 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2023 BMW 11634,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO72 VOM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2023
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 26,952 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 26,952 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (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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AO72 VOM is a 2023 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2023 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 34,386 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 AO72 VOM, 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 3 years old, this BMW 116 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO72 VOM registered?

AO72 VOM is a 2023 BMW 116, first registered on 8 February 2023.

Is AO72 VOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO72 VOM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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