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DF16 YJJ

2016 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,962 mi
Last recorded141,962 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 YJJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 141,962 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 127,968 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 116,246 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 109,993 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 95,975 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 73,903 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 65,273 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2019 65,272 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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DF16 YJJ is a 2016 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF16 YJJ, 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 DF16 YJJ registered?

DF16 YJJ is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 19 July 2016.

Is DF16 YJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 YJJ 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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