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R23 LST

2016 BMW 2 Series

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,737 mi
Last recorded49,737 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 2 Series39,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 LST
MakeBMW
Model2 Series
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 49,737 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing unevenly and approx 2mm at lower edge (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 44,407 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 38,374 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 32,730 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 27,585 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 22,022 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 16,666 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 2 Series?

Based on 146,942 MOT tests across 22,508 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
5,955
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
22,508
On UK Roads
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R23 LST is a 2016 BMW 2 Series in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 2 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 39,700 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The BMW 2 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 2 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R23 LST?

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What year was R23 LST registered?

R23 LST is a 2016 BMW 2 Series, first registered on 28 November 2016.

Is R23 LST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 LST 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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