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K23 ADA

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,475 mi
Last recorded153,475 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK23 ADA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 153,475 miles

high level brake lamp out

Pass 26 Jun 2025 144,450 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering column rough

undertrays fitted so inspection of some components reduced

Fail 19 Jun 2025 144,243 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering column rough

undertrays fitted so inspection of some components reduced

Pass 7 Jun 2024 133,641 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 118,395 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 100,138 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 86,532 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 86,530 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 82,114 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 80,094 miles

engine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 6 Oct 2018 75,490 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear 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 7 Oct 2017 68,448 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 61,571 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 53,366 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 53,366 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 43,254 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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K23 ADA is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K23 ADA, 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 K23 ADA registered?

K23 ADA is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 19 November 2011.

Is K23 ADA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K23 ADA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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