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LJ61 ATF

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

187,862 mi
Last recorded187,862 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 ATF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 187,862 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f track control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 187,676 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 166,383 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 166,383 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front 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 22 Dec 2018 143,824 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 22 Dec 2018 143,824 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED's fitted to both lamps (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LED Bulb fitted (Incorrect type/poor quality bulb fitted) (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Bulb issue (LED Bulb fitted (Incorrect type/poor quality bulb fitted)) (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LED Bulb fitted (Incorrect type/poor quality bulb fitted) (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Bulb issue (LED Bulb fitted (Incorrect type/poor quality bulb fitted)) (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Bottle empty? (3.5 (a))

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2017 118,246 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front brake discs worn/lipped

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge very low/Bald (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 118,246 miles

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

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front brake discs worn/lipped

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge very low/Bald (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 87,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 55,853 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 55,851 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 42,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LJ61 ATF is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 LJ61 ATF, 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 LJ61 ATF registered?

LJ61 ATF is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is LJ61 ATF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ61 ATF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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