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SL16 UEV

2016 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,978 mi
Last recorded123,978 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 31677,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL16 UEV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 123,978 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 120,356 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 114,233 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 114,197 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 103,988 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 103,988 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 89,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 81,765 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 81,622 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 64,465 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 64,043 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 48,826 miles

Central Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox rear area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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SL16 UEV is a 2016 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 77,541 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL16 UEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL16 UEV registered?

SL16 UEV is a 2016 BMW 316, first registered on 3 May 2016.

Is SL16 UEV safe to buy?

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