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YL18 JZF

2018 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,475 mi
Last recorded91,475 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL18 JZF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 91,475 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 59,023 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 37,876 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 32,552 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 26,665 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 26,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 21,915 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 21,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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YL18 JZF is a 2018 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YL18 JZF, 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

How do I check the history of YL18 JZF?

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What year was YL18 JZF registered?

YL18 JZF is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 27 July 2018.

Is YL18 JZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL18 JZF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL18 JZF have outstanding finance?

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