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EX16 DZB

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,560 mi
Last recorded193,560 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX16 DZB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 193,560 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 166,640 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 143,505 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 143,505 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 113,709 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 88,155 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 59,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2019 11,413 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 10,790 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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EX16 DZB is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EX16 DZB, 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 EX16 DZB registered?

EX16 DZB is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is EX16 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX16 DZB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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