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AX16 ERZ

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,087 mi
Last recorded121,087 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX16 ERZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 121,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 120,916 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 113,787 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Fog lamp lens is cracked but not affecting bulb operation

Pass 3 Jun 2024 105,887 miles

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

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

engine cover/under-trays fitted

nearside front fog lamp cracked still works

Pass 9 Jun 2023 93,671 miles

engine cover/under-trays fitted

nearside front fog lamp smashed

Pass 27 May 2022 76,422 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 61,062 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover/under-trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2020 55,652 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 47,675 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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AX16 ERZ is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AX16 ERZ, 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

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What year was AX16 ERZ registered?

AX16 ERZ is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is AX16 ERZ safe to buy?

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