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VU16 HSV

2016 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,855 mi
Last recorded112,855 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 HSV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 112,855 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2025 112,817 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 100,778 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 82,560 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 65,462 miles

under trays and covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 9 Mar 2022 47,365 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 5 Mar 2021 36,592 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 32,654 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 26,426 miles

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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VU16 HSV is a 2016 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU16 HSV, 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 VU16 HSV?

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What year was VU16 HSV registered?

VU16 HSV is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is VU16 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 HSV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU16 HSV have outstanding finance?

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