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EG16 XSA

2016 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,435 mi
Last recorded102,435 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG16 XSA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 102,435 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 96,812 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 88,090 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 66,572 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 66,570 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Aug 2021 49,772 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 34,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit. advise renew. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 27,088 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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EG16 XSA is a 2016 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 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 EG16 XSA, 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

How do I check the history of EG16 XSA?

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What year was EG16 XSA registered?

EG16 XSA is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 31 August 2016.

Is EG16 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG16 XSA 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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