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YX16 NKM

2016 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,588 mi
Last recorded130,588 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX16 NKM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 130,588 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wipers smearing the screen slightly. (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also low tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also low tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 128,581 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 126,545 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 113,986 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 107,152 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2022 97,841 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 87,204 miles

Deep cut in Offside rear tyre, 245/35/18 Y RSC (Continental)

Pass 10 Sep 2020 76,653 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 68,263 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened lower front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 56,157 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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YX16 NKM 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 90%.

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 YX16 NKM, 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 YX16 NKM registered?

YX16 NKM is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2016.

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