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FF51 MCD

2013 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

133,325 mi
Last recorded133,325 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFF51 MCD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 133,325 miles

Nearside Front Upper strut top bearing slightly rough

Offside Front Upper strut top bearing slightly rough

Fail 16 Sep 2025 133,325 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Upper strut top bearing slightly rough

Offside Front Upper strut top bearing slightly rough

Pass 28 Aug 2024 119,810 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 105,649 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 82,429 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 68,812 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 65,470 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 59,597 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 52,429 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad worn close to wear indicator

Fail 8 Oct 2018 52,429 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad worn close to wear indicator

Pass 31 Oct 2017 43,357 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 32,586 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 32,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 31,535 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FF51 MCD is a 2013 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 FF51 MCD, 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 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FF51 MCD registered?

FF51 MCD is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 5 September 2013.

Is FF51 MCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FF51 MCD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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