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MR55 CYX

2011 BMW 120

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests28 (26 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

114,992 mi
Last recorded114,992 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR55 CYX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

26 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 114,992 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2025 108,000 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 129,268 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 98,842 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 126,174 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2024 126,174 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 96,077 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear rear suspension components covered in waxoil

coolant level low

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2023 121,794 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 91,329 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear suspension and subframe covered in waxoil

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2022 110,205 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 86,526 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear tyres 2-3mm

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2021 107,549 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted all 4 (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 81,565 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe has surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 73,550 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 106,086 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 66,793 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 94,377 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2018 94,363 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 59,040 miles

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2017 83,822 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 50,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 73,821 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 40,869 miles

exhaust emissions too lean to be detected

Pass 31 Jul 2015 64,972 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 30,374 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 57,209 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 50,381 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 40,361 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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MR55 CYX is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MR55 CYX, 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 MR55 CYX registered?

MR55 CYX is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is MR55 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR55 CYX shows 28 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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