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LV61 YCN

2011 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,769 mi
Last recorded39,769 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 YCN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 39,769 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 39,768 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 38,181 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 37,242 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 36,033 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 34,743 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 33,154 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 30,832 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 28,662 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 26,106 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 23,227 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 20,596 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 17,190 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 12,109 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 12,109 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 YCN is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 LV61 YCN, 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 LV61 YCN?

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What year was LV61 YCN registered?

LV61 YCN is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is LV61 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV61 YCN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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