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SM61 KFY

2011 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,876 mi
Last recorded99,876 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12371,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 KFY
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 99,876 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 99,863 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 91,556 miles

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2024 91,509 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed dont drive (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 84,959 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 76,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged over from inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 92y edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 76,867 miles

Front Registration plate missing plate fitted prs (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged over from inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 92y edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate missing prs plates fitted (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 68,662 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 57,132 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 47,149 miles

Nearside Front brake bind limiting assessment of wheel bearing

Offside Front brake bind limiting assessment of wheel bearing

Pass 21 Dec 2016 40,167 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 28,843 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 13,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 13,612 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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SM61 KFY is a 2011 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM61 KFY, 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 SM61 KFY registered?

SM61 KFY is a 2011 BMW 123, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is SM61 KFY safe to buy?

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