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MA61 ARU

2011 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,119 mi
Last recorded36,119 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA61 ARU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2026 36,119 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 33,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 32,293 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 30,666 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 28,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,454 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 25,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 23,904 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2018 22,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2017 20,993 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 18,609 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 17,093 miles

Nearside Front perished

Nearside Rear perished

Offside Front perished

Offside Rear perished

Pass 10 Sep 2014 14,797 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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MA61 ARU is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MA61 ARU, 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 MA61 ARU?

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What year was MA61 ARU registered?

MA61 ARU is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is MA61 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA61 ARU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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