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YG16 TUP

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,433 mi
Last recorded23,433 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG16 TUP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 23,433 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 23,426 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as marked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2025 22,456 miles

Oil weep from rear differential, driveshaft seals

Pass 19 Mar 2024 21,428 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 20,124 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 19,129 miles

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

Rear light misting of oil around Differential

Fail 22 Feb 2022 19,082 miles

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

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

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

Rear light misting of oil around Differential

Pass 1 Mar 2021 17,637 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 16,863 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 13,670 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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YG16 TUP is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG16 TUP, 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 YG16 TUP registered?

YG16 TUP is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is YG16 TUP safe to buy?

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