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YT17 LGA

2017 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,349 mi
Last recorded170,349 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 11653,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT17 LGA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 170,349 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2026 170,349 miles

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))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 167,483 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 163,939 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 160,155 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover and undertrays obscuring soe items

Fail 16 Mar 2023 160,155 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover and undertrays obscuring soe items

Pass 4 Mar 2022 157,175 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 148,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2020 139,284 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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YT17 LGA is a 2017 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 53,322 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 YT17 LGA, 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 9 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 YT17 LGA registered?

YT17 LGA is a 2017 BMW 116, first registered on 21 March 2017.

Is YT17 LGA safe to buy?

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