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DC17 SXM

2017 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,626 mi
Last recorded74,626 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 74,626 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2026 74,626 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 61,790 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 49,665 miles

Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Underside Components

Pass 18 Feb 2023 42,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil leakage evident on under tray

Pass 24 Feb 2022 30,636 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 27,036 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 20,989 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

various plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

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 SXM is a 2017 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DC17 SXM, 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

How do I check the history of DC17 SXM?

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What year was DC17 SXM registered?

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

Is DC17 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC17 SXM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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