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SB11 JWJ

2011 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

218,160 mi
Last recorded218,160 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12371,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB11 JWJ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 218,160 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f arms ,inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 199,676 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 182,451 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 164,197 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 164,181 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 145,114 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 129,361 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 115,803 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 104,494 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 96,846 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 96,846 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 87,016 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 74,525 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 63,060 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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SB11 JWJ is a 2011 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 71,881 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB11 JWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB11 JWJ registered?

SB11 JWJ is a 2011 BMW 123, first registered on 17 June 2011.

Is SB11 JWJ safe to buy?

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