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LT16 SBV

2016 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,371 mi
Last recorded58,371 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 SBV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 58,371 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 42,297 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 42,297 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 32,016 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,914 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))

large under trays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2021 19,048 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 16,839 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 11,427 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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LT16 SBV is a 2016 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LT16 SBV, 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 LT16 SBV?

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What year was LT16 SBV registered?

LT16 SBV is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 11 April 2016.

Is LT16 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT16 SBV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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