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DL17 FVU

2017 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,754 mi
Last recorded96,754 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL17 FVU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 96,754 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Offside Engine mount worn

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine undertray and covers fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2024 91,579 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 88,910 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 78,277 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 67,583 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 52,746 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 36,326 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2020

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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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DL17 FVU is a 2017 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DL17 FVU, 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 DL17 FVU?

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What year was DL17 FVU registered?

DL17 FVU is a 2017 BMW 116, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is DL17 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL17 FVU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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