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LN61 UEC

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,557 mi
Last recorded38,557 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN61 UEC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 38,557 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 38,556 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 36,981 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 30,023 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 29,481 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% approximately (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 28,622 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 27,545 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 26,836 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides worn & lipped (close to or below manufactures specification) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads worn close to minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 25,541 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 23,666 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 21,333 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 17,943 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,090 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 10,299 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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LN61 UEC is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black 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 LN61 UEC, 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

How do I check the history of LN61 UEC?

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What year was LN61 UEC registered?

LN61 UEC is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is LN61 UEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN61 UEC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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