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CY61 RNZ

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

147,389 mi
Last recorded147,389 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY61 RNZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 147,389 miles

Nearside Front Inner Slight buckle - wheel

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 131,922 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 115,964 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 102,525 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 102,520 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 88,688 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 75,670 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 65,612 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 65,421 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 57,564 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 57,497 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 May 2017 46,287 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 46,259 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 34,751 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 23,465 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 23,464 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 20,049 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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CY61 RNZ is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CY61 RNZ, 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 CY61 RNZ?

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What year was CY61 RNZ registered?

CY61 RNZ is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is CY61 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY61 RNZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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