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LK11 BXX

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

171,845 mi
Last recorded171,845 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK11 BXX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 171,845 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 162,383 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 154,578 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 149,636 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 145,358 miles

rear brake pads worn

Fail 14 Feb 2022 145,307 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

rear brake pads worn

Pass 21 Jan 2021 140,787 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 140,787 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 136,541 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 127,594 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 120,740 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 104,816 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 85,650 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Apr 2015 66,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 4 Feb 2014 50,517 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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LK11 BXX is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LK11 BXX, 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 LK11 BXX registered?

LK11 BXX is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is LK11 BXX safe to buy?

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