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YF66 FZL

2016 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

61,213 mi
Last recorded61,213 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF66 FZL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 61,213 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2024 52,998 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2023 46,098 miles

rear diff leaking

Fail 23 Dec 2023 46,070 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured 2 places (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear diff leaking

Pass 30 Dec 2022 38,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Dec 2021 31,147 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 25,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 19,808 miles

Front tyres low @ 3-4 mm

Screw in nearside rear tyre

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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YF66 FZL 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 YF66 FZL, 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 YF66 FZL registered?

YF66 FZL is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 18 November 2016.

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The MOT history for YF66 FZL 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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