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GN16 VKC

2016 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,929 mi
Last recorded81,929 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 VKC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 81,929 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 77,374 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 70,761 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Jun 2023 60,461 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 60,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 49,118 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 36,085 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 22 Jun 2020 30,182 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,857 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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GN16 VKC is a 2016 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GN16 VKC, 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 GN16 VKC?

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What year was GN16 VKC registered?

GN16 VKC is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is GN16 VKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN16 VKC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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