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FD61 AYW

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,312 mi
Last recorded102,312 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 AYW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 102,312 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 94,753 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 87,100 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 80,013 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 80,013 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 71,950 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 65,295 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 58,545 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Feb 2019 53,551 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 51,020 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2017 45,008 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2016 39,003 miles

Engine covers & Under-shield(s) fitted.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 29,645 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 28,061 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 28,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FD61 AYW is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FD61 AYW, 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 FD61 AYW registered?

FD61 AYW is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is FD61 AYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 AYW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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