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HK16 DFJ

2016 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,276 mi
Last recorded77,276 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK16 DFJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 77,276 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge 225/40R18 92Y XL RF * (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 65,603 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 57,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40R18 88Y * RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35R18 88Y * RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 57,183 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40R18 88Y * RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35R18 88Y * RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 48,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40R18 88Y * RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/35R18 88Y RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 38,992 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff Seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 30,799 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 25,840 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 10,979 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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HK16 DFJ is a 2016 BMW 120 in Black 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 HK16 DFJ, 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 HK16 DFJ registered?

HK16 DFJ is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 28 April 2016.

Is HK16 DFJ safe to buy?

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