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PHZ 6616

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,187 mi
Last recorded115,187 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHZ 6616
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 115,187 miles

underbody covers fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2024 95,775 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 May 2023 88,365 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2022 74,693 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 May 2021 69,617 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 64,823 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 54,078 miles

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush suspension arm front inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear no emissions detected,advise

Fail 5 May 2018 54,077 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush suspension arm front inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear no emissions detected,advise

Pass 4 May 2017 41,639 miles

Emissions not detected - too clean

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 27,128 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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PHZ 6616 is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2013 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 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 PHZ 6616, 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 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PHZ 6616?

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What year was PHZ 6616 registered?

PHZ 6616 is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 28 January 2013.

Is PHZ 6616 safe to buy?

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