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JR21 RED

2021 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,841 mi
Last recorded22,841 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 12034,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJR21 RED
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 22,841 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 20,030 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 20,030 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 15,423 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 15,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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JR21 RED is a 2021 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 34,140 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 JR21 RED, 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 5 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JR21 RED?

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What year was JR21 RED registered?

JR21 RED is a 2021 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2021.

Is JR21 RED safe to buy?

The MOT history for JR21 RED shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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