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BU11 KEA

2021 BMW 120

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,973 mi
Last recorded28,973 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 12034,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU11 KEA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 28,973 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2025 93,701 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2025 24,372 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 86,762 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 20,838 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 82,935 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 80,014 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 76,317 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 76,317 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 70,859 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 62,238 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 50,375 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 36,726 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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BU11 KEA is a 2021 BMW 120 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2021 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 34,140 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 BU11 KEA, 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 5 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU11 KEA?

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What year was BU11 KEA registered?

BU11 KEA is a 2021 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2021.

Is BU11 KEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU11 KEA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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