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YK61 KPE

2011 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,392 mi
Last recorded184,392 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 KPE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 184,392 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge/cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 173,514 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 158,722 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 158,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 142,243 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 124,798 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 107,819 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 92,047 miles

front number plate broken but not likely to be missread

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 19 Oct 2018 73,123 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 73,105 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2017 56,379 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 56,379 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 51,621 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 42,917 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 24,868 miles

Deep cut n/s/f tyre cords not exposed

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tye worn inner edge and several small cuts

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

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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YK61 KPE is a 2011 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK61 KPE, 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 YK61 KPE registered?

YK61 KPE is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 9 September 2011.

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