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FA65 DNJ

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,665 mi
Last recorded129,665 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA65 DNJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 129,665 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 129,663 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 128,073 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 124,111 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 119,850 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 112,697 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 112,697 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 87,179 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 87,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 72,577 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

tpms warning on

Pass 27 Jun 2019 52,014 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 49,418 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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FA65 DNJ is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FA65 DNJ, 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 FA65 DNJ registered?

FA65 DNJ is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 17 February 2016.

Is FA65 DNJ safe to buy?

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