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MF61 SZJ

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,361 mi
Last recorded97,361 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF61 SZJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 97,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside inner. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad's. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 97,350 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside inner. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad's. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 88,671 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 88,671 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 80,589 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 71,888 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 63,432 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 58,868 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Sep 2015 50,111 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 41,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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MF61 SZJ is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF61 SZJ, 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 MF61 SZJ registered?

MF61 SZJ is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 17 September 2011.

Is MF61 SZJ safe to buy?

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