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GL61 LFE

2011 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,798 mi
Last recorded88,798 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 LFE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2026 88,798 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 81,402 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 78,102 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 73,375 miles

Emissions have met BMW spec

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 60,718 miles

Head lamp switch loose

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 51,594 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 49,933 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 41,420 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 34,663 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 26,124 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 17,443 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 17 Nov 2015 10,290 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 9,561 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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GL61 LFE is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL61 LFE, 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 GL61 LFE registered?

GL61 LFE is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is GL61 LFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 LFE shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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