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PK16 GYC

2016 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,750 mi
Last recorded58,750 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK16 GYC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 58,750 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 40,521 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2024 40,521 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 21,990 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 17,661 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 13,394 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 10,011 miles

wipers now smearing.

Pass 15 Apr 2019 7,686 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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PK16 GYC is a 2016 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 PK16 GYC, 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 PK16 GYC registered?

PK16 GYC is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is PK16 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK16 GYC 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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