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WH16 ORU

2016 BMW 2 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,101 mi
Last recorded69,101 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 2 Series39,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWH16 ORU
MakeBMW
Model2 Series
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 69,101 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 48,682 miles

Pedestrian protection system failure message on dash

Fail 4 Sep 2024 48,203 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Turns off when reverse engaged (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Turns off when reverse engaged (4.3.3 (b))

Pedestrian protection system failure message on dash

Pass 31 Jul 2023 44,421 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Pass 19 Jul 2022 37,422 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

vehicle fitted with under body covers preventing full inspection

vehicle fitted with under bonnet covers preventing full inspection

Pass 10 Aug 2021 34,301 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 28,754 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 20,216 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 17,180 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 2 Series?

Based on 146,942 MOT tests across 22,508 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
5,955
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
22,508
On UK Roads
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WH16 ORU is a 2016 BMW 2 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 2 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 39,700 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The BMW 2 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 2 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WH16 ORU?

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What year was WH16 ORU registered?

WH16 ORU is a 2016 BMW 2 Series, first registered on 15 April 2016.

Is WH16 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WH16 ORU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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