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YF16 PXV

2016 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,231 mi
Last recorded96,231 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF16 PXV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 96,231 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 93,011 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 86,358 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 79,620 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 70,136 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 66,143 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 55,386 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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YF16 PXV is a 2016 BMW 120 in Silver 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 YF16 PXV, 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

How do I check the history of YF16 PXV?

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What year was YF16 PXV registered?

YF16 PXV is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 10 June 2016.

Is YF16 PXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF16 PXV 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.

Does YF16 PXV have outstanding finance?

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