CarVerify

Free Car Check

FG61 NHV

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,801 mi
Last recorded118,801 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 NHV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 118,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 107,873 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 100,452 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2023 100,450 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 91,287 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 86,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm worn outer (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2021 86,823 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm worn outer (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 78,882 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 75,098 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 68,413 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 23 Nov 2017 61,723 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Dec 2016 54,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 46,307 miles

engine under tray fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2014 34,917 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
Full BMW 120 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FG61 NHV is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG61 NHV, 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

How do I check the history of FG61 NHV?

You can check the full history of FG61 NHV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FG61 NHV registered?

FG61 NHV is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is FG61 NHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 NHV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG61 NHV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FG61 NHV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.