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VK16 YXW

2016 BMW S 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,401 mi
Last recorded16,401 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW S 100011,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK16 YXW
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2016
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 16,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 15,349 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 14,246 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear brake fluid level on lower mark

Fail 19 Aug 2023 14,246 miles

Brake lever insecure securing nut missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear brake fluid level on lower mark

Pass 4 Aug 2022 13,893 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 13,893 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2021 10,844 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 9,074 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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VK16 YXW is a 2016 BMW S 1000 in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 11,596 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 S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK16 YXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 10 years old, this BMW S 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK16 YXW registered?

VK16 YXW is a 2016 BMW S 1000, first registered on 15 April 2016.

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