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V16 DCS

2021 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,207 mi
Last recorded21,207 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 11639,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV16 DCS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 21,207 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 18,091 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 14,725 miles

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

Offside Front 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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V16 DCS is a 2021 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,223 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 V16 DCS, 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 5 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 V16 DCS registered?

V16 DCS is a 2021 BMW 116, first registered on 28 January 2021.

Is V16 DCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V16 DCS shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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