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B16 BRD

2020 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,207 mi
Last recorded17,207 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 11830,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 BRD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 17,207 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2025 57,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2025 15,283 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 39,915 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 10,491 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 5,124 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 20,063 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 3,961 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Sep 2023 3,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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B16 BRD is a 2020 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2020 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 30,496 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B16 BRD, 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 6 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B16 BRD?

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What year was B16 BRD registered?

B16 BRD is a 2020 BMW 118, first registered on 31 October 2020.

Is B16 BRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 BRD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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