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FG11 ZGN

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,946 mi
Last recorded141,946 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG11 ZGN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 141,946 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2024 141,946 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 130,919 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 119,029 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 119,029 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 106,684 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 101,209 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 101,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 88,716 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 88,716 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault reset (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 82,019 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 72,204 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 53,996 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 47,876 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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FG11 ZGN is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG11 ZGN, 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 FG11 ZGN registered?

FG11 ZGN is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 6 June 2011.

Is FG11 ZGN safe to buy?

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