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YK61 RKX

2011 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,501 mi
Last recorded92,501 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 RKX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 92,501 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 92,501 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 87,286 miles

chip in offside of windscreen

handbrake efficiency low

Pass 3 May 2024 81,841 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

chip in windscreen

Pass 28 Apr 2023 78,062 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

chip in windscreen

Pass 9 May 2022 75,680 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 10 May 2021 73,096 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 May 2021 73,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 69,744 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 63,398 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in front windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 60,110 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2016 57,405 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 52,049 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 52,039 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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 RKX is a 2011 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RKX, 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 YK61 RKX?

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What year was YK61 RKX registered?

YK61 RKX is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is YK61 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK61 RKX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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