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GK61 TLF

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,676 mi
Last recorded79,676 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 TLF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 79,676 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 77,791 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 75,174 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 71,806 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 63,542 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 63,353 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 61,167 miles

chip in windscreen drivers side

Fail 25 Jan 2021 61,167 miles

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

chip in windscreen drivers side

Pass 10 Feb 2020 57,570 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2020 57,570 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 51,365 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 46,351 miles

N/S/F tyre tread perished

O/S/F tyre tread perished

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Feb 2017 43,314 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 42,957 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 39,810 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 35,302 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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GK61 TLF is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GK61 TLF, 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 GK61 TLF registered?

GK61 TLF is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is GK61 TLF safe to buy?

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