BMW 116i MOT Check

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

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93.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.4%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 116i — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 116i has an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, which is 3.4 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 116i is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 116i, 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 116i performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 79 vehicles

97.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2015

Based on 66 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

124k mi

2014

Based on 67 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

114k mi

2013

Based on 57 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

29.6%

Mileage at 10yr

68k mi

2012

Based on 77 vehicles

98.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2011

Based on 57 vehicles

91.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2009

Based on 119 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2008

Based on 51 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

103k mi

2007

Based on 61 vehicles

91.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2006

Based on 59 vehicles

96.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2005

Based on 70 vehicles

91.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

0

Based on 13 vehicles

69.2%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

72k mi

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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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 116i

BMW 116i — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 116i MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 116i?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 116i is 93.3% 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 116i?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW 116i reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, the BMW 116i 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 116i?

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 116i?

Typical mileage for the BMW 116i: 106,922 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 116i to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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