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BN61 OXD

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,807 mi
Last recorded170,807 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 OXD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 170,807 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 159,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 159,516 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 143,939 miles

Nearside Front Upper stone chip in screen

Pass 8 Oct 2022 135,562 miles

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 23 Sep 2021 122,453 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 24 Sep 2020 107,346 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 3 Oct 2019 88,501 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 14 Sep 2018 57,354 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 49,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 35,691 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 35,691 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 33,429 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 26,112 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 OXD is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black 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 BN61 OXD, 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 OXD registered?

BN61 OXD is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is BN61 OXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 OXD 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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