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VA71 BYR

2022 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,646 mi
Last recorded50,646 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2022 BMW 11638,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA71 BYR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2022
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 50,646 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened x2 wishbone rear bush have slight cracking no movment (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing no cord is exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 40,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 0.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 0.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

covers fitted obstructing view

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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VA71 BYR is a 2022 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2022 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 38,724 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 VA71 BYR, 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 4 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 VA71 BYR registered?

VA71 BYR is a 2022 BMW 116, first registered on 8 February 2022.

Is VA71 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA71 BYR shows 2 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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