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DGZ 8466

2016 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,357 mi
Last recorded70,357 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGZ 8466
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 70,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm, wearing on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2024 64,687 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 59,275 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 51,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 45,587 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2021 45,585 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 35,595 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 27,740 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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DGZ 8466 is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Blue 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 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 43,833 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGZ 8466, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGZ 8466 registered?

DGZ 8466 is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 November 2016.

Is DGZ 8466 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGZ 8466 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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