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GRZ 3086

2013 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

136,717 mi
Last recorded136,717 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRZ 3086
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 136,717 miles

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 both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2024 132,297 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 124,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 119,968 miles

Offside Front side light starting to go

washer pump needs removing and gauze needs checking

Fail 27 May 2023 119,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front side light starting to go

Pass 21 May 2022 101,735 miles

Both front fog lamps insecure

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp main beam bulb loose

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 82,302 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 77,244 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 68,529 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 68,526 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2018 56,019 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread close to cord (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear parking brake effort low

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread close to cord (4.1.E.1)

vented front brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 14 Mar 2017 40,134 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 30,494 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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GRZ 3086 is a 2013 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 GRZ 3086, 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 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRZ 3086 registered?

GRZ 3086 is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 25 July 2013.

Is GRZ 3086 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRZ 3086 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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