BMW 116d Ed Plus (2017)
2017 BMW 116d Ed Plus
CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2017 BMW 116d Ed Plus. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2017 BMW 116D is about as reliable as the average UK car on first MOT attempt, with an 80.6% pass rate matching the national average almost exactly and zero vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects. The diesel engine itself isn't letting owners down—that 80.5% pass rate is solid for the fuel type.
At just under 70,000 miles on the clock, these cars are running light for their age, and the tiny 0.18 average failures per vehicle suggests mechanically they're holding up well with virtually no advisory warnings raised. When you're looking at a 116D from this year, focus your inspection on the specifics of its service history rather than worrying about known reliability patterns—this model's real vulnerability lies in whether it's been properly maintained, not in inherent mechanical weakness.
What to check before buying a 2017 BMW 116d Ed Plus
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 130 | 80.5% | 0.18 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 BMW 116d Ed Plus vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 BMW 116d Ed Plus vehicles fall between 55,990 and 88,283 miles.
2017 BMW 116d Ed Plus — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 83 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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