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YK11 MUW

2011 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,786 mi
Last recorded55,786 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 MUW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 55,786 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 52,407 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2024 52,267 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 20 Jan 2023 46,769 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 40,899 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Feb 2021 37,031 miles

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 3 pipes ferrules slight corrosion,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre edge,advise ()

Fail 15 Feb 2021 37,029 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured advise (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 3 pipes ferrules slight corrosion,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre edge,advise ()

Pass 25 Feb 2020 34,521 miles

front number plated deteriorated slightly

Pass 8 Mar 2019 30,856 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,182 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 22,596 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 18,525 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 15,312 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Feb 2014 12,196 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 12,175 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YK11 MUW is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YK11 MUW, 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 YK11 MUW?

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What year was YK11 MUW registered?

YK11 MUW is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 11 March 2011.

Is YK11 MUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK11 MUW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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