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MT16 LFV

2016 BMW 125

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

114,718 mi
Last recorded114,718 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12550,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT16 LFV
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 114,718 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 107,248 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Feb 2024 92,064 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 87,347 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 73,688 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Aug 2022 73,687 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2021 56,597 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 47,302 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,163 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 32,889 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 32,861 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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MT16 LFV is a 2016 BMW 125 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 50,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT16 LFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MT16 LFV?

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What year was MT16 LFV registered?

MT16 LFV is a 2016 BMW 125, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is MT16 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT16 LFV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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