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LV66 BYF

2016 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,573 mi
Last recorded57,573 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV66 BYF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 57,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 49,711 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 42,555 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 34,830 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing tread/sidewall with small cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2022 34,830 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing tread/sidewall with small cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2021 29,280 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 23,840 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 17,771 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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LV66 BYF is a 2016 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,998cc 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 LV66 BYF, 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 LV66 BYF registered?

LV66 BYF is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 14 September 2016.

Is LV66 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV66 BYF 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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