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FX61 LVV

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

187,147 mi
Last recorded187,147 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 LVV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 187,147 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 171,525 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 155,349 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 143,093 miles

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

Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 136,468 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 128,241 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 121,111 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 121,111 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 115,050 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 108,680 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 101,416 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 94,664 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 83,340 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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FX61 LVV is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FX61 LVV, 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 FX61 LVV registered?

FX61 LVV is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is FX61 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX61 LVV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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