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BE11 SEL

2016 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,986 mi
Last recorded82,986 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE11 SEL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2025 82,986 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 75,204 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 67,513 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 58,454 miles

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

engine cover fitted

oil leak from rear diff

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2022 45,019 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 35,957 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 28,940 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 20,578 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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BE11 SEL is a 2016 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BE11 SEL, 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

How do I check the history of BE11 SEL?

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What year was BE11 SEL registered?

BE11 SEL is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 5 May 2016.

Is BE11 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BE11 SEL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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