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FL71 RZX

2021 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,511 mi
Last recorded26,511 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 11639,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL71 RZX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 26,511 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 26,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s n/s (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 17,021 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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FL71 RZX is a 2021 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,223 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 FL71 RZX, 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 5 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 FL71 RZX?

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What year was FL71 RZX registered?

FL71 RZX is a 2021 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2021.

Is FL71 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL71 RZX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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