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FV61 YHB

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,995 mi
Last recorded144,995 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 YHB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 144,995 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 135,976 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Nov 2020 128,205 miles

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

emission to low to read

Pass 20 May 2019 98,916 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 95,695 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2017 90,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 83,249 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also void of tread on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also void of tread on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 83,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also void of tread on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside headlamp loose.

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also void of tread on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 76,164 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Feb 2015 76,164 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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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FV61 YHB is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YHB, 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 YHB registered?

FV61 YHB is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is FV61 YHB safe to buy?

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