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GL11 WUW

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,835 mi
Last recorded71,835 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 WUW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 71,835 miles

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

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))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 69,666 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 65,989 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 62,183 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 57,499 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 49,588 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 42,202 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 36,904 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 35,768 miles

front discs corroded inner face

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Fail 9 Nov 2017 35,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

front discs corroded inner face

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 21 Nov 2016 34,175 miles

front discs corroded inner face

emissions passed to low for rester to read

suggest tracking check fronts worn uneven

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 29 Oct 2015 32,313 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 30,327 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 29,106 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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GL11 WUW is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL11 WUW, 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 GL11 WUW registered?

GL11 WUW is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 22 July 2011.

Is GL11 WUW safe to buy?

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