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BG61 LTX

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

155,686 mi
Last recorded155,686 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 LTX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 155,686 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2026 155,686 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 155,677 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 152,180 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 152,178 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2024 150,642 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 148,661 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 127,946 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 115,899 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 107,064 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 24 Jan 2020 107,064 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 96,990 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 88,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 85,373 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 81,455 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 74,456 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 74,456 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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BG61 LTX is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LTX, 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 BG61 LTX registered?

BG61 LTX is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is BG61 LTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 LTX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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