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RV16 JVK

2016 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,973 mi
Last recorded93,973 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV16 JVK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 93,973 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 87,301 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 72,713 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 64,980 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 64,980 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 56,134 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 44,760 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 36,594 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 28,999 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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RV16 JVK is a 2016 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RV16 JVK, 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

How do I check the history of RV16 JVK?

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What year was RV16 JVK registered?

RV16 JVK is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 26 March 2016.

Is RV16 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV16 JVK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV16 JVK have outstanding finance?

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