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SE16 DZO

2016 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

113,649 mi
Last recorded113,649 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE16 DZO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 113,649 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front,both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

trays and covers fitted throughout front to rear,both sides

Pass 3 Nov 2025 110,485 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front control arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 87,418 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 87,418 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 64,628 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 44,754 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 33,404 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 29,055 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 22,523 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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SE16 DZO is a 2016 BMW 118 in Black 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 SE16 DZO, 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.

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What year was SE16 DZO registered?

SE16 DZO is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is SE16 DZO safe to buy?

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