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LA16 SFZ

2016 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,360 mi
Last recorded76,360 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA16 SFZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 76,360 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 69,998 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 65,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 64,859 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 54,819 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2021 40,927 miles

Central Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear slight oil leak rear differential

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

engine cover fitted preventing thourough inspection of vehicle components

undertray fitted preventing thourough inspection of under vehicle components

Pass 23 Jun 2020 34,387 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 27,555 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 (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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LA16 SFZ is a 2016 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA16 SFZ, 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 LA16 SFZ registered?

LA16 SFZ is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 17 June 2016.

Is LA16 SFZ safe to buy?

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