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MR02 TEL

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,191 mi
Last recorded127,191 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR02 TEL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 127,191 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 115,157 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 103,539 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 94,184 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2020 90,797 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 86,547 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 86,547 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 72,911 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 63,107 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

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

Nearside headlamp aim on lower limit

Pass 28 Oct 2016 56,223 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 46,098 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 30,853 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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MR02 TEL is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MR02 TEL, 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 MR02 TEL registered?

MR02 TEL is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is MR02 TEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR02 TEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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