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A26 SBS

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

138,566 mi
Last recorded138,566 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 SBS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 138,566 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 138,559 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 123,587 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 112,377 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2024 112,377 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 99,974 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 86,802 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Apr 2022 86,802 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 May 2021 86,427 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 86,141 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 May 2019 80,667 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 74,758 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 65,008 miles

o/s/f and both rear tyres worn on the inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Mar 2016 50,195 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 38,774 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 38,694 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,498 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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A26 SBS is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2011 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 71,376 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 A26 SBS, 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 15 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A26 SBS registered?

A26 SBS is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 21 March 2011.

Is A26 SBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 SBS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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