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MD16 TZT

2016 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,309 mi
Last recorded84,309 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD16 TZT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 84,309 miles

rear suspension corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2025 73,822 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 65,312 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 65,189 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 57,245 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 51,043 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 43,495 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 38,784 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 26,602 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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MD16 TZT is a 2016 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MD16 TZT, 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 MD16 TZT?

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What year was MD16 TZT registered?

MD16 TZT is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is MD16 TZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD16 TZT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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