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YL16 WFD

2016 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,665 mi
Last recorded97,665 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 WFD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 97,665 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 86,156 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Under tray fitted

Pass 28 May 2024 77,194 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2023 68,216 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 62,588 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 4 Jun 2021 55,857 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 55,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 48,132 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2019 31,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 31,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (3.4 (b) (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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YL16 WFD is a 2016 BMW 116 in Black 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 YL16 WFD, 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 WFD registered?

YL16 WFD is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 3 August 2016.

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