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LM61 ULV

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

130,097 mi
Last recorded130,097 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 ULV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 130,097 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 12 Dec 2025 130,097 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 120,629 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 4 Dec 2024 120,629 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Dec 2023 111,556 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 103,695 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 97,843 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 95,453 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp in secure

Pass 12 Dec 2019 92,888 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 12 Dec 2019 92,888 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Dec 2018 86,989 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 17 Dec 2018 86,989 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 81,690 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 75,758 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 61,443 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2014 49,338 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2014 49,338 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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LM61 ULV is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LM61 ULV, 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 LM61 ULV registered?

LM61 ULV is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is LM61 ULV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM61 ULV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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