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R80 BYM

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,007 mi
Last recorded44,007 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR80 BYM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 44,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 39,913 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 35,106 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 30,177 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 25,632 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 21,016 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 14,435 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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R80 BYM is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R80 BYM, 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 R80 BYM registered?

R80 BYM is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is R80 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R80 BYM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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