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DS61 EAM

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,416 mi
Last recorded38,416 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 EAM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 38,416 miles

Both front headlamp units have condensation inside

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40x17 R/flat (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 31,571 miles

Coolant level below minimum

Pass 27 Jan 2024 31,512 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 28,790 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 23,553 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,410 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 16,074 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 14,590 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2016 11,651 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 8,429 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 6,724 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DS61 EAM is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS61 EAM, 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 DS61 EAM registered?

DS61 EAM is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 28 December 2011.

Is DS61 EAM safe to buy?

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