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EF69 SZR

2020 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,904 mi
Last recorded24,904 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2020 BMW 11641,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF69 SZR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 24,904 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 19,591 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 17,137 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 13,284 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 13,241 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 12,481 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 19 Dec 2022 12,481 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Adjust and Reset Tyre warning light (5.2.3 (h))

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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EF69 SZR is a 2020 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2020 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 41,492 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF69 SZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 6 years old, this BMW 116 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF69 SZR?

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What year was EF69 SZR registered?

EF69 SZR is a 2020 BMW 116, first registered on 13 January 2020.

Is EF69 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF69 SZR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF69 SZR have outstanding finance?

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