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BG61 LTE

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

157,829 mi
Last recorded157,829 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 LTE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 157,829 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))

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

nearside driving lamp not working

steering column knocking

Fail 24 Feb 2023 157,827 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))

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

brake warning light on and message on

nearside driving lamp not working

steering column knocking

Pass 3 Feb 2021 140,959 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 140,959 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 124,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 124,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 114,280 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 104,714 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Jan 2018 104,714 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 92,239 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm STRONG ADVISE!! (225/45/17) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Inner arm has slight play, causing some tyre wear. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge wearing heavy. 3mm (225/45/17) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm STRONG ADVISE!! (225/45/17) (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Only just passed requirement. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 3 Jan 2017 92,239 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm STRONG ADVISE!! (225/45/17) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Inner arm has slight play, causing some tyre wear. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge wearing heavy. 3mm (225/45/17) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Far too low!! (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm STRONG ADVISE!! (225/45/17) (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Only just passed requirement. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 81,345 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 53,457 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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BG61 LTE is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BG61 LTE, 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.

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BG61 LTE is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 20 December 2011.

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