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FY66 VNJ

2016 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,131 mi
Last recorded69,131 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY66 VNJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 69,131 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 60,226 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 51,796 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 46,566 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 40,376 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 36,085 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 30,783 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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FY66 VNJ is a 2016 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FY66 VNJ, 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 FY66 VNJ?

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What year was FY66 VNJ registered?

FY66 VNJ is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 15 October 2016.

Is FY66 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY66 VNJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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