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LK16 UPP

2016 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,030 mi
Last recorded141,030 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK16 UPP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 141,030 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2024 140,996 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 115,295 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 102,316 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 102,316 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 85,087 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 77,503 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 59,259 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 59,259 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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LK16 UPP is a 2016 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LK16 UPP, 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 LK16 UPP registered?

LK16 UPP is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is LK16 UPP safe to buy?

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