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AM10 EMA

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,779 mi
Last recorded96,779 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM10 EMA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 96,779 miles

Nearside Front driving light not working

Offside Front headlight showing signs of condensation

Fail 31 Aug 2022 96,779 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front driving light not working

Offside Front headlight showing signs of condensation

Pass 25 Aug 2021 87,906 miles

Brake warning light on but pads clearly ok

Fail 25 Aug 2021 87,906 miles

Brake warning light on but pads clearly ok

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 81,583 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 71,169 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 63,885 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Aug 2017 56,656 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 43,108 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 43,108 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,179 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 23 Sep 2014 15,613 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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AM10 EMA is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AM10 EMA, 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 AM10 EMA registered?

AM10 EMA is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is AM10 EMA safe to buy?

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