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DE61 VKN

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,048 mi
Last recorded83,048 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE61 VKN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 83,048 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 19 Dec 2024 69,677 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 30 Dec 2023 56,595 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 44,717 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 39,569 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 36,359 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 36,359 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 33,416 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2019 33,416 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 30,893 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 26,430 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 21,946 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cut in outer sidewall

diesel smoke test to clean

Fail 26 Jan 2017 21,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear tyre cut in outer sidewall

diesel smoke test to clean

Pass 6 Feb 2016 18,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread inner edge & sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread inner edge & sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 14,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DE61 VKN 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 DE61 VKN, 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 DE61 VKN registered?

DE61 VKN is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is DE61 VKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE61 VKN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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