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HV16 VRF

2016 BMW 4 Series

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,166 mi
Last recorded34,166 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 4 Series51,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV16 VRF
MakeBMW
Model4 Series
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 34,166 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 31,525 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, Edge Devoid of Tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 27,086 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 27,006 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and getting low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and getting low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 27,004 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Attention needed (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack

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))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW 4 Series?

Based on 14,824 MOT tests across 1,580 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
6,924
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
1,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 49
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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HV16 VRF is a 2016 BMW 4 Series in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 BMW 4 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 51,213 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 4 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV16 VRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 4 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 4 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HV16 VRF?

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What year was HV16 VRF registered?

HV16 VRF is a 2016 BMW 4 Series, first registered on 1 January 2016.

Is HV16 VRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV16 VRF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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