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CP61 LWS

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,521 mi
Last recorded55,521 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 55,521 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 40,817 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 39,225 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 39,225 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

bonnet will not open

Pass 20 Oct 2022 37,525 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 36,015 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 34,302 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 32,557 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 30,735 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,932 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 25,902 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 20,973 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 15,524 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 LWS 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 92.3%.

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 CP61 LWS, 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

How do I check the history of CP61 LWS?

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What year was CP61 LWS registered?

CP61 LWS is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is CP61 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 LWS 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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