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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 116d. Check any 116d by registration number below.

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96.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.9%

vs BMW Avg

8

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 116d — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 116d has an average MOT pass rate of 96.9%, which is 6.9 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 116d is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 116d, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 116d performs at MOT across different model years.

2017

Based on 54 vehicles

98.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2016

Based on 96 vehicles

97.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

163k mi

2015

Based on 130 vehicles

97.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

2014

Based on 144 vehicles

96.5%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

2013

Based on 165 vehicles

95.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

196k mi

2012

Based on 86 vehicles

97.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2010

Based on 106 vehicles

96.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2009

Based on 59 vehicles

94.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 116d

BMW 116d — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 116d MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 116d?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 116d is 96.9% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 116d?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 116d reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.9%, the BMW 116d is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 116d?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 116d?
Typical mileage for the BMW 116d: 162,602 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 116d to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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