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LF61 XBU

2011 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,310 mi
Last recorded86,310 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF61 XBU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 86,310 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

UNDER TRAYS/SILL COVERS

Pass 19 Sep 2024 83,614 miles

undertray and sill covers fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2024 83,568 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

service light on

Pass 10 Oct 2023 81,330 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 71,462 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 59,637 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 55,415 miles

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

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

TPMS light on

Pass 9 Dec 2019 49,818 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 40,670 miles

Nearside Front Outer large cut in tyre wall,not to cords.

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 34,034 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 28,441 miles

Central Front engine undertrays fitted obstructing view and also damaged

Pass 7 Nov 2015 19,581 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 9,211 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 8,536 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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LF61 XBU is a 2011 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LF61 XBU, 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 LF61 XBU registered?

LF61 XBU is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is LF61 XBU safe to buy?

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