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YB21 EXR

2021 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,465 mi
Last recorded72,465 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 11639,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB21 EXR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2025 72,465 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbing (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 64,341 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 53,744 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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YB21 EXR is a 2021 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,223 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YB21 EXR, 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 5 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 YB21 EXR registered?

YB21 EXR is a 2021 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2021.

Is YB21 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB21 EXR shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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