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MA61 ZVS

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,412 mi
Last recorded92,412 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA61 ZVS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 92,412 miles

Lowered suspension fitted

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 28 Jul 2022 92,412 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lowered suspension fitted

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 10 Jun 2021 80,814 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obscuring sight of some components

Fail 10 Jun 2021 80,814 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb out of holder (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obscuring sight of some components

Pass 21 Jun 2019 54,673 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 39,057 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 39,057 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 23,556 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 20 Jun 2016 19,250 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 18,384 miles

front tyres wearing badly on outer edges,Advise alignment check

Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,030 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 ZVS is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MA61 ZVS, 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 MA61 ZVS registered?

MA61 ZVS is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is MA61 ZVS safe to buy?

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