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HJ61 MWZ

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

161,462 mi
Last recorded161,462 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ61 MWZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 161,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 146,753 miles

Nearside Front 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 23 Mar 2023 129,050 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 125,773 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 122,475 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Apr 2020 118,352 miles

Engine cover fitted at time of test

Under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2019 112,523 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 105,210 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 98,874 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

O/S/R tyre has cut in tread

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 92,519 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 92,518 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2015 81,545 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 76,464 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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HJ61 MWZ is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HJ61 MWZ, 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 HJ61 MWZ registered?

HJ61 MWZ is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is HJ61 MWZ safe to buy?

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