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GV16 VXT

2016 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,064 mi
Last recorded62,064 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV16 VXT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 62,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer shoulder and also has minor cuts around outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 good year efficient grip run flats (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 57,464 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 52,957 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 48,086 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 43,962 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 41,266 miles

wipers noisy

Fail 1 Dec 2020 41,264 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (locker) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

wipers noisy

Pass 11 Jun 2019 35,729 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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GV16 VXT is a 2016 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GV16 VXT, 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

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What year was GV16 VXT registered?

GV16 VXT is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is GV16 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV16 VXT 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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