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KP16 AJX

2016 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,439 mi
Last recorded104,439 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP16 AJX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 104,439 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 104,438 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 84,965 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 57,125 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 57,099 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 47,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 35,840 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in primary grooves. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 31,197 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,197 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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KP16 AJX is a 2016 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 46,794 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP16 AJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP16 AJX registered?

KP16 AJX is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 21 March 2016.

Is KP16 AJX safe to buy?

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