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N19 VLN

2011 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,180 mi
Last recorded83,180 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN19 VLN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 83,180 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 79,222 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 76,224 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 71,661 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 68,015 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 64,206 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 61,778 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 56,317 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 47,683 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 39,774 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 35,915 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 31,260 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,600 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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N19 VLN is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VLN, 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 VLN?

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What year was N19 VLN registered?

N19 VLN is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is N19 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N19 VLN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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