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A21 UKO

2016 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,074 mi
Last recorded97,074 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 UKO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 97,074 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 73,055 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 66,324 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 66,324 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2022 50,032 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 34,493 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 34,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Dec 2020 32,240 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 24,086 miles

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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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A21 UKO is a 2016 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A21 UKO, 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 A21 UKO registered?

A21 UKO is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 21 December 2016.

Is A21 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 UKO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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