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YL65 JYN

2016 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,801 mi
Last recorded131,801 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL65 JYN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 131,801 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 122,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 99,417 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 May 2024 99,247 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge urgent attention needed 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2023 80,449 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 66,514 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner rim has been welded

under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2021 51,302 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 50,072 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 41,867 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 41,867 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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YL65 JYN is a 2016 BMW 120 in Blue 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 YL65 JYN, 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 YL65 JYN registered?

YL65 JYN is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 18 February 2016.

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