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YK66 NHC

2016 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,436 mi
Last recorded71,436 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK66 NHC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 71,436 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2025 71,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust flexi damage

Pass 3 Apr 2025 65,207 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 59,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened distorted/vibration (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened distorted/vibration (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened distorted/vibration (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened distorted/vibration (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 52,532 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 45,719 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 40,375 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 34,879 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 27,394 miles

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 10 May 2019 27,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

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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YK66 NHC is a 2016 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 58,972 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 YK66 NHC, 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 10 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 YK66 NHC registered?

YK66 NHC is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is YK66 NHC safe to buy?

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