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J700 DYC

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,454 mi
Last recorded126,454 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 DYC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 126,454 miles

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on dash indicating a low tyre pressure

Fail 6 Jul 2026 126,454 miles

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear (0.1 (d))

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on dash indicating a low tyre pressure

Pass 28 Apr 2025 114,340 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 108,416 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 94,951 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres low tread and worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 93,570 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 93,565 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached bottom nut loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2021 89,745 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 84,550 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 76,074 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2018 70,457 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Oct 2017 66,042 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 60,525 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 51,237 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 37,800 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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J700 DYC is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J700 DYC, 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 J700 DYC registered?

J700 DYC is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is J700 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J700 DYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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