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LV61 TWU

2011 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,849 mi
Last recorded27,849 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 TWU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 27,849 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 27,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2018 23,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 23,139 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both read pads low - sensor close/touching discs (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge on inner sidewall, also 3mm tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm across tyre - cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 15,284 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 9,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 7,671 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 5,790 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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LV61 TWU is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV61 TWU, 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 LV61 TWU registered?

LV61 TWU is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is LV61 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV61 TWU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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