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CP61 GZD

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,787 mi
Last recorded85,787 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 GZD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 85,787 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2025 85,787 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Passenger's seat with a defective structure seat base missing (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 83,491 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 83,491 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 81,721 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 79,999 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 78,772 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 77,477 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 75,550 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 73,048 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 73,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid not visible unable to open bonnet (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2017 69,024 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 60,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 48,367 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 37,337 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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CP61 GZD is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP61 GZD, 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 CP61 GZD registered?

CP61 GZD is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is CP61 GZD safe to buy?

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