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YK17 VDR

2017 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,926 mi
Last recorded91,926 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK17 VDR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 91,926 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from seal or drain plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 76,576 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 70,799 miles

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2023 66,028 miles

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2022 61,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover/undertray fitted

illuminated brake pad wear light on

Pass 3 Mar 2021 55,968 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2020 50,569 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 50,569 miles

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

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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YK17 VDR is a 2017 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YK17 VDR, 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 YK17 VDR registered?

YK17 VDR is a 2017 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is YK17 VDR safe to buy?

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