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SL68 DYF

2018 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,270 mi
Last recorded96,270 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL68 DYF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 96,270 miles

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Fail 20 Oct 2025 96,268 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Pass 4 Oct 2024 84,892 miles

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2023 74,375 miles

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

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2022 64,683 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2021 52,447 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 52,033 miles

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 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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SL68 DYF is a 2018 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 46,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL68 DYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 116 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL68 DYF registered?

SL68 DYF is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is SL68 DYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL68 DYF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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