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FN16 PFE

2016 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,998 mi
Last recorded105,998 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 31677,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN16 PFE
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 105,998 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2025 96,365 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 86,631 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 74,873 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jan 2023 74,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 66,094 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 63,893 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 59,549 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both rear discs lipped

emissions too clean to test

undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2020 59,549 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both rear discs lipped

emissions too clean to test

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2019 47,025 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 47,025 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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FN16 PFE is a 2016 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 77,541 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN16 PFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN16 PFE registered?

FN16 PFE is a 2016 BMW 316, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is FN16 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN16 PFE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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