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SO16 VTV

2016 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,870 mi
Last recorded57,870 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO16 VTV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 57,870 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 51,241 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Aug 2025 51,239 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2024 43,508 miles

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

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2023 36,979 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2023 36,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged nail in shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2022 31,668 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2021 29,742 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 28,840 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2019 25,040 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2019 25,040 miles

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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SO16 VTV is a 2016 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO16 VTV, 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 SO16 VTV?

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What year was SO16 VTV registered?

SO16 VTV is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 25 June 2016.

Is SO16 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO16 VTV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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