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FP20 HCU

2020 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,976 mi
Last recorded51,976 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2020 BMW 11641,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP20 HCU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 51,976 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 right on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 44,958 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 44,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 37,473 miles

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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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FP20 HCU is a 2020 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP20 HCU, 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 FP20 HCU?

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What year was FP20 HCU registered?

FP20 HCU is a 2020 BMW 116, first registered on 19 August 2020.

Is FP20 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP20 HCU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP20 HCU have outstanding finance?

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