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BG11 UPM

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,195 mi
Last recorded56,195 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG11 UPM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2026 56,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 52,133 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 48,513 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 43,247 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 39,957 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 38,859 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 38,047 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 37,181 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 34,993 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 31,431 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 28,487 miles

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2015 24,809 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

handbrake balance

Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,964 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyre treads cracked

front tyre treads worn on edge

left front inner tyre sidewall damaged

left/right rear tyre treads worn..2.2mm

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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BG11 UPM is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG11 UPM, 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 BG11 UPM registered?

BG11 UPM is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is BG11 UPM safe to buy?

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