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YK18 ORB

2018 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,528 mi
Last recorded54,528 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK18 ORB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 54,528 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 46,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm also nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed brake hose loose and chafing on wheel arch (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 41,881 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both ()

Pass 25 Jan 2023 36,364 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 30,872 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 4 Feb 2021 25,095 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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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YK18 ORB is a 2018 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YK18 ORB, 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

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What year was YK18 ORB registered?

YK18 ORB is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is YK18 ORB safe to buy?

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