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YP61 LBA

2011 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,077 mi
Last recorded59,077 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 12071,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP61 LBA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 59,077 miles

undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Nov 2024 58,908 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 58,418 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 57,348 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 56,077 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 52,914 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 49,552 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 39,329 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 39,318 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 37,839 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

both front tyres have cracks between tread patterns but not yet exposing cords

Pass 27 Oct 2016 33,588 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 25,532 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 16,108 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,101 miles

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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YP61 LBA is a 2011 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YP61 LBA, 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 YP61 LBA registered?

YP61 LBA is a 2011 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is YP61 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP61 LBA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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