2016 BMW 218 1.5L Petrol · MW65 ABX
2016 BMW 218 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 26/02/2016. Recorded mileage 37,308 miles. MOT valid until 30/01/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 218
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/01/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,308 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1499cc
MW65 ABX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 31/01/2026
- 37,308 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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MW65 ABX Mileage History
- 29/12/202128,651 mi
- 02/12/202230,250 mi+1,599 mi
- 12/12/202333,162 mi+2,912 mi
- 09/12/202435,515 mi+2,353 mi
- 31/01/202637,308 mi+1,793 mi
Average of roughly 2,116 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MW65 ABX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 218 (MW65 ABX) between December 2021 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This is a cautiously recommended purchase for a low-mileage 2016 BMW 218 with a clean MOT pass record. Budget for immediate tyre and brake maintenance, as the most recent test flagged several worn components that are close to needing replacement.
When viewing this vehicle, ask for full service history to confirm the timing chain and oil changes have been kept up on the 1499cc three-cylinder petrol unit, as BMW's smaller engines benefit from regular maintenance. Use the 2026 MOT advisories as negotiation leverage — the near-side and off-side front tyres were worn on the edge and the front and rear brake discs were scored, so quote for a full set of tyres and a brake refresh.
The 1.5-litre petrol BMW 218 typically returns mid-40s mpg in real-world driving, keeping weekly fuel costs modest for a coupe. Road tax for a 2016 petrol of this size falls in a standard band, and insurance groups for the 218 are moderate, though black paint and BMW branding can nudge premiums up slightly versus mainstream rivals.
Focus on the items raised in the January 2026 MOT: the near-side front and rear brake discs were worn and pitted, and both front tyres were close to the legal limit on the edge, so physically check tread depth and disc condition. The off-side rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin in both 2023 and 2026, suggesting the rear brakes may need a full pad and disc change soon.
The BMW 218 registered MW65ABX shows 37,308 miles on its 2026 MOT, which is low for a 10-year-old vehicle first registered in February 2016. All five MOT tests from 2021 to 2026 passed with no failures, though minor advisories have accumulated around tyres and brakes. The 1.5-litre petrol engine and black exterior are typical for the model, and the lack of failure history suggests reasonable care, but the 2026 advisories indicate wear items need attention.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the BMW 218, so assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history.
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