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DO16 GEM

2020 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,352 mi
Last recorded44,352 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 12033,534 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDO16 GEM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 44,352 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 44,352 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 29,805 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 24,054 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 16,815 miles

Front both front discs corroded on inside

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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DO16 GEM is a 2020 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 33,534 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 DO16 GEM, 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 6 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 DO16 GEM?

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What year was DO16 GEM registered?

DO16 GEM is a 2020 BMW 120, first registered on 11 June 2020.

Is DO16 GEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DO16 GEM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DO16 GEM have outstanding finance?

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