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WM18 DMU

2018 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,044 mi
Last recorded66,044 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM18 DMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 66,044 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and n/s/f worn low outside edge's (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Dec 2025 66,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm center of tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm center of tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and n/s/f worn low outside edge's (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 49,635 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 28,742 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 23,322 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 15,703 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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WM18 DMU 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 WM18 DMU, 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

How do I check the history of WM18 DMU?

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What year was WM18 DMU registered?

WM18 DMU is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is WM18 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM18 DMU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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