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J222 JTD

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,504 mi
Last recorded82,504 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 JTD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 82,504 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 77,068 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2024 72,156 miles

Front Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 68,269 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight damage on offside wheel rim

Pass 19 May 2022 63,624 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slight water damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2021 56,587 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 56,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 51,240 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 45,937 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 39,097 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 36,588 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 36,585 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 30,958 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 22,649 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 12,750 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 12,484 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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J222 JTD is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black 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 J222 JTD, 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 J222 JTD registered?

J222 JTD is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is J222 JTD safe to buy?

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