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YE16 RKU

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,186 mi
Last recorded105,186 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE16 RKU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 105,186 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 98,773 miles

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

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

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

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

undertrays fitted blocking inspection

Fail 18 Sep 2024 98,523 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

undertrays fitted blocking inspection

Pass 11 Sep 2023 90,574 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/F brake pads appear to be worn very close to warning light wire indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone on O/S (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 80,573 miles

Offside slightly low parking brake effort

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 68,335 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S front tyres wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on drivers side of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 61,102 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 45,239 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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YE16 RKU is a 2016 BMW 120 in White 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 YE16 RKU, 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 YE16 RKU registered?

YE16 RKU is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is YE16 RKU safe to buy?

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