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N19 LEA

2011 BMW 120

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,078 mi
Last recorded46,078 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN19 LEA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 46,078 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 44,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre severely cracked on tread no cord visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre severely cracked on tread no cord visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 44,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 43,824 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 43,381 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 43,354 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 42,546 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 41,904 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 41,904 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,497 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 29,210 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 23,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tread perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 19,896 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 15,826 miles

N/S/F tyre becoming perished

Pass 5 Mar 2014 11,516 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 11,488 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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N19 LEA is a 2011 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N19 LEA, 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 N19 LEA?

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What year was N19 LEA registered?

N19 LEA is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is N19 LEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N19 LEA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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