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AK16 XHG

2016 BMW 120

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,766 mi
Last recorded46,766 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 XHG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 46,766 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 36,999 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 33,286 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 33,286 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 29,208 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 21,881 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 18,632 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 11,083 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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AK16 XHG is a 2016 BMW 120 in Green 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 AK16 XHG, 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 AK16 XHG registered?

AK16 XHG is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 6 June 2016.

Is AK16 XHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK16 XHG 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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