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AJ61 DNY

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,883 mi
Last recorded64,883 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 DNY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 64,883 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 61,658 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 13 May 2024 59,200 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2023 57,195 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 55,886 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 53,266 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2020 52,409 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Fail 13 May 2020 52,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 26 Apr 2019 47,506 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 47,506 miles

Windscreen washer not working BOTH (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 40,854 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 40,854 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 35,187 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 29,209 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2014 22,836 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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AJ61 DNY is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AJ61 DNY, 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 AJ61 DNY registered?

AJ61 DNY is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is AJ61 DNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ61 DNY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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