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YW16 DVO

2016 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,043 mi
Last recorded48,043 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW16 DVO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 48,043 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 46,130 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside Front tension strut bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside Front tension strut bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen chipped in multiple places but not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 43,370 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 40,319 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 37,883 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating and discoloration of background. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Water condensation on inner surface of light clusters lens. (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips with cracks on NS and Centre part of windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 35,224 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 32,983 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 27,829 miles

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

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))

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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YW16 DVO is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 43,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YW16 DVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YW16 DVO registered?

YW16 DVO is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is YW16 DVO safe to buy?

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