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VNZ 6871

2016 BMW 135

White Petrol 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,459 mi
Last recorded66,459 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 13545,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNZ 6871
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 66,459 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 66,438 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure Handbrake (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure Handbrake (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 62,532 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 62,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 45,141 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 39,974 miles

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 30 Sep 2021 34,322 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 30,127 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 30,127 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm tread and bald inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm tread and bald inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 17,091 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 17,090 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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VNZ 6871 is a 2016 BMW 135 in White with a 2,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 45,347 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 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNZ 6871, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 135 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VNZ 6871 registered?

VNZ 6871 is a 2016 BMW 135, first registered on 2 January 2016.

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The MOT history for VNZ 6871 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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