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LM16 OVK

2016 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,397 mi
Last recorded72,397 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM16 OVK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 72,397 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 70,539 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 70,539 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 63,957 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 54,822 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 30,810 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2019 7,525 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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LM16 OVK is a 2016 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LM16 OVK, 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 LM16 OVK?

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What year was LM16 OVK registered?

LM16 OVK is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 12 May 2016.

Is LM16 OVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM16 OVK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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