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FV61 GUU

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

136,977 mi
Last recorded136,977 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 GUU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 136,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 129,560 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp Slightly Condensated

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

Fail 24 Mar 2025 129,560 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp Slightly Condensated

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 119,735 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 119,735 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2023 109,577 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 109,577 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 99,439 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 99,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 9 Mar 2021 85,612 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 78,833 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside slightly perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 78,063 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 78,063 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 77,067 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 75,437 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 74,151 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 67,091 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 67,091 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 50,299 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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FV61 GUU is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FV61 GUU, 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 FV61 GUU registered?

FV61 GUU is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 8 December 2011.

Is FV61 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 GUU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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