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AU16 RYF

2016 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,737 mi
Last recorded67,737 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 RYF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 67,737 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 56,032 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 51,053 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 45,516 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 39,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sharp shingle cut into tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords surface cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 34,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 30,635 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 24,049 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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AU16 RYF is a 2016 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 51,309 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU16 RYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU16 RYF?

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What year was AU16 RYF registered?

AU16 RYF is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is AU16 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 RYF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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