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RE16 FGU

2016 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

119,422 mi
Last recorded119,422 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE16 FGU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 119,422 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side brake discs and brake pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 119,422 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened lower rear suspension arm got ply (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side brake discs and brake pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 99,106 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 98,824 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2022 84,252 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing low on inner and outer tread. 225/40/r18-92w RunFlat

Fail 12 Jul 2022 84,252 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/35/r18-92y RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

N/S/F tyre wearing low on inner and outer tread. 225/40/r18-92w RunFlat

Pass 21 May 2021 77,142 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 77,117 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 77,117 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction intake manifold damaged blowing (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 72,691 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 8 May 2019 57,067 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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RE16 FGU is a 2016 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RE16 FGU, 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 RE16 FGU registered?

RE16 FGU is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is RE16 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE16 FGU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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