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WM16 XEB

2016 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,558 mi
Last recorded63,558 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM16 XEB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 63,558 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2024 54,989 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 47,516 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 41,065 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 36,731 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 33,606 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2019 28,519 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 28,519 miles

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

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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WM16 XEB is a 2016 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WM16 XEB, 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 WM16 XEB?

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What year was WM16 XEB registered?

WM16 XEB is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 6 August 2016.

Is WM16 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM16 XEB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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