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EM56 SSS

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

109,389 mi
Last recorded109,389 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM56 SSS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 109,389 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear light cluster, lens cracked.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in lower screen (3.2 (a) (i))

rear plastic bumper damaged

several led bulbs out in high level brake light

Pass 31 Dec 2024 95,498 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 84,939 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 84,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 77,704 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 77,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 60,177 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 48,707 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 38,576 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 38,576 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 36,181 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 32,388 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 28,131 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,906 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 22,282 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 18,232 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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EM56 SSS is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EM56 SSS, 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 EM56 SSS registered?

EM56 SSS is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 15 August 2011.

Is EM56 SSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM56 SSS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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