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AY16 GYS

2016 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,007 mi
Last recorded72,007 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 GYS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 72,007 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 65,432 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 58,350 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 49,804 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 39,712 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 39,712 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 31,966 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 31,943 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 24,173 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 23,993 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive both rear diff side seals leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2019 23,993 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive both rear diff side seals leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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AY16 GYS is a 2016 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY16 GYS, 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 AY16 GYS?

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What year was AY16 GYS registered?

AY16 GYS is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2016.

Is AY16 GYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 GYS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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