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BN61 HVG

2011 BMW 120

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,700 mi
Last recorded69,700 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 HVG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 69,700 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 59,334 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 59,334 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 50,898 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 43,846 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 39,753 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 38,496 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 36,171 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 32,998 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 29,169 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 29,117 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 23,578 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,106 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 14,356 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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BN61 HVG is a 2011 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol 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 BN61 HVG, 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 BN61 HVG registered?

BN61 HVG is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 13 September 2011.

Is BN61 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 HVG 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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