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YH61 WLP

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

157,362 mi
Last recorded157,362 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 WLP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 157,362 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front damage to bonnet and bumper area

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Jan 2026 157,362 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front damage to bonnet and bumper area

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working broken wire, repaired (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2024 138,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 118,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge less than 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge less than 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 105,656 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 97,960 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 94,102 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 89,669 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 80,501 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 71,228 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 58,314 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 36,250 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 25,407 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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YH61 WLP is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YH61 WLP, 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

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What year was YH61 WLP registered?

YH61 WLP is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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The MOT history for YH61 WLP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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