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BV61 TJY

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,973 mi
Last recorded50,973 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 TJY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 50,973 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 45,974 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 40,687 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 37,520 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 33,561 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 28,150 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2020 22,193 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 18,838 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 14,437 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 10,382 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 6,957 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking between treads

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack between treads

Offside Front tyre cracking between treads

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack between treads

Pass 10 Feb 2015 3,706 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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BV61 TJY is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV61 TJY, 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 BV61 TJY registered?

BV61 TJY is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is BV61 TJY safe to buy?

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Does BV61 TJY have outstanding finance?

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