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YA11 EBJ

2011 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,781 mi
Last recorded40,781 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12371,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA11 EBJ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 40,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 40,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked heavily, cords seen through the cracks... 215/40r18 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated 215/40r18 RFT (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished... 215/40r18 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking and perishing... 245/35r18 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 40,139 miles

Under tray cover fitted obstructing under side components inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2023 39,420 miles

under tray cover fitted obstructing under side components inspection.

Pass 19 Aug 2022 38,668 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 37,764 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 36,390 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 34,945 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 32,570 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 30,359 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 25,321 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Jul 2015 23,116 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2015 23,116 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YA11 EBJ 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 YA11 EBJ, 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

How do I check the history of YA11 EBJ?

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What year was YA11 EBJ registered?

YA11 EBJ is a 2011 BMW 123, first registered on 26 July 2011.

Is YA11 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA11 EBJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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