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FX16 SFZ

2016 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,094 mi
Last recorded29,094 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 SFZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 29,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 28,589 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 28,203 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 27,587 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 27,016 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 24,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 24,042 miles

Engine cover and Under trays fitted obscuring some parts of the vehicle

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuyt in tread area but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 17,911 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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FX16 SFZ is a 2016 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX16 SFZ, 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 FX16 SFZ?

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What year was FX16 SFZ registered?

FX16 SFZ is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is FX16 SFZ safe to buy?

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