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LC61 SZW

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

147,827 mi
Last recorded147,827 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 SZW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 147,827 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 147,826 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 135,734 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Borderline (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 132,391 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 132,391 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 122,526 miles

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

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

underbody tray fitted

Fail 26 May 2023 122,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

underbody tray fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2022 113,690 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 97,139 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Feb 2020 91,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inside edge and worn to 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer shoulder and tyre worn to 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inside edge and worn to 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 82,165 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 70,974 miles

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

stop in windscreen

Pass 16 Feb 2017 61,324 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 49,935 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 42,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2014 40,465 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 40,465 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 SZW is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 SZW, 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.

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What year was LC61 SZW registered?

LC61 SZW is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 5 December 2011.

Is LC61 SZW safe to buy?

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