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CE61 BYD

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,777 mi
Last recorded134,777 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE61 BYD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 134,777 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 127,013 miles

Exhaust centre pipe clamp loose

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))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 118,263 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 106,193 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 97,659 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 90,132 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 76,996 miles

n/s/r tyre has cuts to the sidewall

o/s/f tyre has cuts to the sidewall

Pass 21 Jun 2017 66,595 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 66,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 55,846 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 32,382 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 32,382 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 29,194 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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CE61 BYD is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CE61 BYD, 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.

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What year was CE61 BYD registered?

CE61 BYD is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is CE61 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE61 BYD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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