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RF16 FRO

2016 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,918 mi
Last recorded102,918 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF16 FRO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 102,918 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 87,413 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 starting to lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Undertrays fitted

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 71,119 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 56,054 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 41,947 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 33,666 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Fail 10 Aug 2020 33,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres worn on outer edges

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 7 Jun 2019 26,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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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RF16 FRO is a 2016 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RF16 FRO, 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 RF16 FRO registered?

RF16 FRO is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 18 June 2016.

Is RF16 FRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF16 FRO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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