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BJ16 MGY

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,606 mi
Last recorded106,606 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 MGY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 106,606 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 87,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing two small bulges to outer sidewall, BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3.04 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2023 73,171 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 57,176 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 52,334 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 48,343 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 43,495 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 43,469 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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BJ16 MGY is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 BJ16 MGY, 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 BJ16 MGY registered?

BJ16 MGY is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 3 June 2016.

Is BJ16 MGY safe to buy?

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