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YK11 XLA

2011 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,104 mi
Last recorded117,104 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 XLA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 117,104 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 117,104 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 99,571 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 99,479 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Delaminated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 89,206 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 81,883 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 74,417 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 67,455 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 61,968 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 53,456 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 45,294 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 36,363 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 28,774 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 19,958 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 15,945 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 XLA is a 2011 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 XLA, 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 XLA registered?

YK11 XLA is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 22 March 2011.

Is YK11 XLA safe to buy?

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