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FE68 PBZ

2018 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,557 mi
Last recorded89,557 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE68 PBZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 89,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber dust cover split

Pass 8 Aug 2024 75,503 miles

Offside Front Shocker dust cover split.

Pass 23 Aug 2023 62,407 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 62,407 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 48,466 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 48,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 33,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre 2mm on outer edge

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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FE68 PBZ is a 2018 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 46,759 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE68 PBZ, 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 8 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 FE68 PBZ?

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What year was FE68 PBZ registered?

FE68 PBZ is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2018.

Is FE68 PBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE68 PBZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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