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GV65 MDU

2016 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,156 mi
Last recorded87,156 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV65 MDU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 87,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2.1 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin low at 2 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

sill covers fitted perventing full inspection of some components to both sides

under body covers fitted perventing full inspection of some components

under engine covers fitted perventing full inspection of some components

Pass 12 Jun 2025 79,451 miles

under body covers fitted perventing full inspection of components

under engine covers fitted perventing full inspection of components

Pass 18 Jun 2024 70,563 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 66,172 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 66,172 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 54,688 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 40,655 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 40,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 37,700 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 35,825 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 27,904 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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GV65 MDU is a 2016 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV65 MDU, 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 GV65 MDU?

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What year was GV65 MDU registered?

GV65 MDU is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 5 February 2016.

Is GV65 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV65 MDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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