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DC17 OVM

2017 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

68,644 mi
Last recorded68,644 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC17 OVM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 68,644 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 56,643 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 48,578 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 48,578 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 41,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 17Y run-flat (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 41,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust due to damage (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 17Y run-flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 32,855 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 32,855 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2021 24,727 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 17 run-flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 13,690 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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DC17 OVM is a 2017 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 DC17 OVM, 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

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What year was DC17 OVM registered?

DC17 OVM is a 2017 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is DC17 OVM safe to buy?

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