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LC61 MDF

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,730 mi
Last recorded154,730 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 MDF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 154,730 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diagonal (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 139,224 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 139,224 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 126,310 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2024 126,310 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 112,122 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 100,574 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 95,096 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 82,961 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 74,835 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 66,205 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted. belt not tested

Pass 8 Aug 2016 62,853 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 58,809 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 58,808 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 49,853 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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LC61 MDF is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LC61 MDF, 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 LC61 MDF registered?

LC61 MDF is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 2 December 2011.

Is LC61 MDF safe to buy?

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