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DY61 YKZ

2011 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,541 mi
Last recorded91,541 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY61 YKZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 91,541 miles

Central Front front bumper damaged but not likely to cause damage

Nearside Front passenger door damaged still operational and no sharp edge

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 91,525 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 80,685 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 70,955 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 61,677 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 50,670 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 45,026 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 29,480 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 28,576 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 25,317 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 22,190 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 19,532 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 15,617 miles

Both front tyres split and perrished

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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DY61 YKZ is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol 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 DY61 YKZ, 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 DY61 YKZ registered?

DY61 YKZ is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is DY61 YKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY61 YKZ 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.

Does DY61 YKZ have outstanding finance?

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