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YC17 FBX

2017 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,456 mi
Last recorded84,456 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC17 FBX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 84,456 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 84,456 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 80,461 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 72,728 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 63,253 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 53,251 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 42,549 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2020 39,107 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020

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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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YC17 FBX is a 2017 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 53,322 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 YC17 FBX, 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 9 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 YC17 FBX registered?

YC17 FBX is a 2017 BMW 116, first registered on 27 April 2017.

Is YC17 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC17 FBX 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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