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YK11 VAD

2011 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,113 mi
Last recorded59,113 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 VAD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 59,113 miles

Not all testable items visible

Pass 30 Jan 2025 58,700 miles

Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

Pass 8 Feb 2024 58,577 miles

Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

Pass 9 Feb 2023 58,309 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 54,362 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 48,485 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 45,135 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 38,956 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 33,190 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 25,689 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 21,915 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,596 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 19,513 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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YK11 VAD is a 2011 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VAD, 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 YK11 VAD registered?

YK11 VAD is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 17 March 2011.

Is YK11 VAD safe to buy?

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