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E2 DNS

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,757 mi
Last recorded69,757 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 DNS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 69,757 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in tread

Unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

Unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2025 68,425 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 67,215 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 65,782 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 64,187 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 61,851 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 60,549 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides rear starting to crack in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 54,038 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 48,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 48,439 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 42,463 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,787 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 29,941 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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E2 DNS is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 E2 DNS, 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.

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What year was E2 DNS registered?

E2 DNS is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 17 May 2011.

Is E2 DNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 DNS 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.

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