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FJ16 XCF

2016 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

194,164 mi
Last recorded194,164 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ16 XCF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 194,164 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 176,547 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 141,661 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2023 141,661 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 116,065 miles

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

front exhaust flexible loose

Fail 9 Dec 2022 116,065 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

front exhaust flexible loose

Pass 9 Dec 2021 95,429 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 95,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 82,875 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust flexi weak

Pass 22 May 2019 49,341 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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FJ16 XCF is a 2016 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 FJ16 XCF, 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.

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What year was FJ16 XCF registered?

FJ16 XCF is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 6 June 2016.

Is FJ16 XCF safe to buy?

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