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BF16 VJM

2016 BMW 118

White Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,531 mi
Last recorded57,531 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF16 VJM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 57,531 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 54,374 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 54,373 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 50,434 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 50,434 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 45,674 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2021 35,925 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 35,923 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 29,977 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 18,986 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 17,998 miles

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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BF16 VJM is a 2016 BMW 118 in White with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BF16 VJM, 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

How do I check the history of BF16 VJM?

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What year was BF16 VJM registered?

BF16 VJM is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is BF16 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF16 VJM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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