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FB11 LYB

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,103 mi
Last recorded112,103 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB11 LYB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 112,103 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 98,121 miles

Bonnet catch very stiff

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 79,735 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm and worn uneven on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 65,877 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 63,887 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 63,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 59,959 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 56,037 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 49,659 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 41,610 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 34,293 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 27,778 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,938 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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FB11 LYB 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 FB11 LYB, 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 FB11 LYB registered?

FB11 LYB is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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The MOT history for FB11 LYB 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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