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AK61 VGJ

2011 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,595 mi
Last recorded129,595 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 VGJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2022 129,595 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 118,984 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 118,984 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 107,299 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 103,281 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 100,034 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 100,034 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 93,419 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 78,795 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Nov 2014 63,145 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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AK61 VGJ is a 2011 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK61 VGJ, 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

How do I check the history of AK61 VGJ?

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What year was AK61 VGJ registered?

AK61 VGJ is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 2 December 2011.

Is AK61 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 VGJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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