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VX68 XCL

2018 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,728 mi
Last recorded75,728 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX68 XCL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 75,728 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 75,728 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 63,906 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TRACK CONTROL ARM MAIN BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 50,376 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM FRONT BUSH STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM FRONT BUSH STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 36,634 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2021 23,647 miles

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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VX68 XCL is a 2018 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 46,759 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX68 XCL, 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 8 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 VX68 XCL registered?

VX68 XCL is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is VX68 XCL safe to buy?

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