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FR09 TYC

2016 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,338 mi
Last recorded82,338 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR09 TYC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 82,338 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 82,338 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 77,816 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 72,951 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres are close to the legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 64,908 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 51,786 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 39,489 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 31,554 miles

Rear of gearbox leaking oil.

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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FR09 TYC is a 2016 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FR09 TYC, 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 FR09 TYC?

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What year was FR09 TYC registered?

FR09 TYC is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 18 November 2016.

Is FR09 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR09 TYC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR09 TYC have outstanding finance?

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