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E18 VVE

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,399 mi
Last recorded89,399 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE18 VVE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 89,399 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.92mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.25mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 89,399 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.92mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.25mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 73,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.88 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 58,861 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 58,861 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 53,103 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 48,702 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 44,153 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 37,382 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 35,654 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 33,030 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 31,168 miles

under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 10 Nov 2015 28,933 miles

no emissions detected

Pass 13 Nov 2014 25,932 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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E18 VVE is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E18 VVE, 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 E18 VVE registered?

E18 VVE is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is E18 VVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E18 VVE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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