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BC16 TYX

2016 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,588 mi
Last recorded48,588 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC16 TYX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 48,588 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 46,191 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 43,187 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 43,010 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 39,908 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 36,143 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 33,069 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 28,483 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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BC16 TYX is a 2016 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 58,972 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 BC16 TYX, 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 10 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 BC16 TYX registered?

BC16 TYX is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 27 July 2016.

Is BC16 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC16 TYX shows 8 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 BC16 TYX have outstanding finance?

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