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BU16 LFX

2016 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,604 mi
Last recorded76,604 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 LFX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 76,604 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 64,248 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 53,290 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 44,269 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 43,997 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush is worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 39,537 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 39,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2021 35,930 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 30,519 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 30,312 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 23,910 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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BU16 LFX is a 2016 BMW 120 in Blue 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 BU16 LFX, 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 BU16 LFX?

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What year was BU16 LFX registered?

BU16 LFX is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2016.

Is BU16 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 LFX 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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