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FE61 WHW

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,199 mi
Last recorded126,199 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE61 WHW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 126,199 miles

Central Rear Heat shield is loose but still secure by the exhaust and other screws

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Various metal brake pipes corroded or covered in grease

Various underside corrosion

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 125,822 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 125,611 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 125,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side recommend to change asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 125,047 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked and perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 124,708 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various Small Splits (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation Inside Lamp Lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 123,902 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 114,561 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 98,770 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 81,832 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 63,308 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 60,444 miles

under tray hanging down bolts missing

Pass 10 Oct 2014 50,982 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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FE61 WHW is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE61 WHW, 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 FE61 WHW registered?

FE61 WHW is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is FE61 WHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE61 WHW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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