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FM65 LGU

2016 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,529 mi
Last recorded94,529 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 LGU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 94,529 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 86,051 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe worn (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 86,051 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe worn (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 72,744 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 59,263 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 54,906 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 52,102 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 50,183 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 39,585 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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FM65 LGU is a 2016 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FM65 LGU, 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 FM65 LGU?

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What year was FM65 LGU registered?

FM65 LGU is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 11 January 2016.

Is FM65 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM65 LGU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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