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BM61 GEM

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,973 mi
Last recorded89,973 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM61 GEM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 89,973 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 85,616 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 78,152 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 71,408 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 67,177 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 67,177 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 61,975 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

os front jacking pad missing

parking brake efficiency just met

Pass 20 May 2019 56,738 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 51,279 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 48,017 miles
Fail 28 May 2017 48,016 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT & O/S/R TYRES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 40,601 miles

nearside and offside tyres close to legal minimum

Pass 5 Oct 2015 25,458 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)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Oct 2014 19,578 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)

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres cracking inbetween the tread.

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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BM61 GEM is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BM61 GEM, 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 BM61 GEM registered?

BM61 GEM is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is BM61 GEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM61 GEM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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