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FV16 GVJ

2016 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,549 mi
Last recorded84,549 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 GVJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 84,549 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 79,856 miles

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

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

under cover fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2024 75,305 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2024 75,301 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 65,627 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 65,627 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 53,155 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 53,155 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 45,381 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 37,287 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view with in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Front engine oil filling cap slight loose

Front mist of oil around gear box

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer wall and Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing strong advisory (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer wall strong advisory (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides slight tear on outer wall strong advisory (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under cover fitted

Pass 31 May 2019 30,294 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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FV16 GVJ is a 2016 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FV16 GVJ, 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

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What year was FV16 GVJ registered?

FV16 GVJ is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is FV16 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV16 GVJ 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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