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RE16 RXS

2016 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,279 mi
Last recorded112,279 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 51882,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE16 RXS
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 112,279 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 98,787 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2023 82,346 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 72,259 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 62,053 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 55,075 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 42,541 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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RE16 RXS is a 2016 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 82,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE16 RXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RE16 RXS?

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What year was RE16 RXS registered?

RE16 RXS is a 2016 BMW 518, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is RE16 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE16 RXS 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.

Does RE16 RXS have outstanding finance?

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