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GC16 FUV

2016 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,956 mi
Last recorded77,956 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 FUV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 77,956 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 68,961 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 65,826 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 62,718 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 59,937 miles

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

n/s front wheel inner rim has been repaired(welded)

Fail 18 May 2022 59,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has bulge on outer wall also low on tread and bald on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

n/s front wheel inner rim has been repaired(welded)

Pass 19 Apr 2021 59,930 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 44,681 miles

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

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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GC16 FUV is a 2016 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GC16 FUV, 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.

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What year was GC16 FUV registered?

GC16 FUV is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is GC16 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC16 FUV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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