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VU16 KTA

2016 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,780 mi
Last recorded64,780 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 KTA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 64,780 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt will not automatically retract at full speed but doe retract with aid

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 58,381 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 58,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 51,816 miles

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 46,548 miles

under trays

Pass 24 Jun 2021 40,172 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 33,767 miles

front tyres have inner and outer edge wear

rear tyres have 3mm tread depth and wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Jun 2019 25,134 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 25,134 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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VU16 KTA is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 43,833 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU16 KTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU16 KTA registered?

VU16 KTA is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 May 2016.

Is VU16 KTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 KTA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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