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FG16 XVO

2016 BMW 120

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,401 mi
Last recorded79,401 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG16 XVO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 79,401 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 70,008 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 55,598 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 55,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 46,767 miles

standard full undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of all items.

Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,881 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 36,961 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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FG16 XVO is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG16 XVO, 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 FG16 XVO?

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What year was FG16 XVO registered?

FG16 XVO is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is FG16 XVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG16 XVO 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.

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