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GJ61 VLK

2011 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,372 mi
Last recorded63,372 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 VLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 63,372 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 38,822 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 30,067 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 30,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Aug 2019 26,301 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 18,906 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly cracked in tread

Offside Front tyre slightly cracked in tread

chip in windscreen

Pass 12 Sep 2017 17,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 13,827 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 10,020 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 6,685 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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GJ61 VLK is a 2011 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GJ61 VLK, 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.

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What year was GJ61 VLK registered?

GJ61 VLK is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is GJ61 VLK safe to buy?

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