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YL65 LOF

2016 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,250 mi
Last recorded88,250 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 11658,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL65 LOF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 88,250 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 81,937 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 75,283 miles

Both front tyre treads perishing and small cuts in tread.

Exhaust front flexi section in poor condition.

Screw in n/s/r tyre tread.

Fail 1 Feb 2024 75,283 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyre treads perishing and small cuts in tread.

Exhaust front flexi section in poor condition.

Front brake pads and discs heavily worn recommend replacement soon.

Rear brake discs heavily worn recommend replacement A.s.a.p

Screw in n/s/r tyre tread.

Pass 14 Feb 2023 69,637 miles

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2022 64,362 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2021 58,879 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2020 52,776 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))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2019 39,209 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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YL65 LOF is a 2016 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YL65 LOF, 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 YL65 LOF registered?

YL65 LOF is a 2016 BMW 116, first registered on 24 February 2016.

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