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YL16 VAV

2016 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,529 mi
Last recorded81,529 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 VAV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 81,529 miles

Nearside Front 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 Feb 2025 77,156 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS & OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS & OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2025 77,154 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS & OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS & OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 69,903 miles

Front Exhaust flexy deteriorated

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively NS & OS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 62,697 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 52,908 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm minimum tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 40,936 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 32,042 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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YL16 VAV is a 2016 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 YL16 VAV, 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 YL16 VAV registered?

YL16 VAV is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is YL16 VAV safe to buy?

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