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LU51 TAY

2021 BMW 120

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,794 mi
Last recorded33,794 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 12034,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU51 TAY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 33,794 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2025 76,042 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 29,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread is slightly torn 255/65-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread is slightly torn and wearing thin on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2025 29,273 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread is slightly torn 255/65-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread is slightly torn and wearing thin on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 61,226 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2024 22,573 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 52,513 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 48,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 47,686 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs lipped, scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tpms warning light on

Pass 12 Aug 2020 46,191 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 42,921 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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LU51 TAY is a 2021 BMW 120 in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2021 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 34,140 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 LU51 TAY, 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 5 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LU51 TAY?

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What year was LU51 TAY registered?

LU51 TAY is a 2021 BMW 120, first registered on 28 May 2021.

Is LU51 TAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LU51 TAY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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