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GJ61 VUX

2011 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,625 mi
Last recorded116,625 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 VUX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 116,625 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 113,710 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 104,279 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 104,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 91,191 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 80,900 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 73,232 miles

vehicle fitted with run flat tyres front non run flat rear

Pass 17 Feb 2020 66,892 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Feb 2019 58,078 miles

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

smoke meter reading too low to register

Pass 7 Feb 2018 46,930 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 36,201 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 26,345 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 23,004 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 15,487 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 13,665 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 VUX is a 2011 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GJ61 VUX, 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 GJ61 VUX registered?

GJ61 VUX is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 11 October 2011.

Is GJ61 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ61 VUX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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