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HV11 SGO

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

169,542 mi
Last recorded169,542 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV11 SGO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 169,542 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 159,598 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 156,734 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 153,769 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 149,234 miles

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Fail 23 Dec 2020 149,234 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam Refitted bulb correctly (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Jan 2020 142,187 miles

TPMS light on

Pass 5 Jan 2019 126,355 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 126,355 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 107,622 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 107,620 miles

Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 93,191 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 86,250 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 81,788 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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HV11 SGO is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV11 SGO, 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 HV11 SGO registered?

HV11 SGO is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is HV11 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV11 SGO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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