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LF16 VJZ

2016 BMW 118

White Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,596 mi
Last recorded95,596 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF16 VJZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2024 95,596 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

under-trays fitted.

Pass 19 Dec 2023 77,949 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 64,869 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 55,048 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 41,852 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 26,212 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 12,292 miles

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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LF16 VJZ is a 2016 BMW 118 in White with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LF16 VJZ, 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

How do I check the history of LF16 VJZ?

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What year was LF16 VJZ registered?

LF16 VJZ is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is LF16 VJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF16 VJZ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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