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BN61 VHR

2011 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,469 mi
Last recorded135,469 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12371,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 VHR
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 135,469 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 127,561 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 127,558 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2024 115,486 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 106,283 miles

emissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

Pass 6 Jan 2022 97,728 miles

emissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

Pass 12 Jan 2021 90,151 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 10 Jan 2020 82,805 miles

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

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

rear brake pads worn

rear tyres wearing inner

Pass 14 Jan 2019 69,096 miles

offside front tyre wearing inner

Pass 15 Jan 2018 56,585 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 16 Jan 2017 46,299 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre cut not exposing cords

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 46,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre cut not exposing cords

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 34,957 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,399 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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BN61 VHR is a 2011 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 71,881 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN61 VHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN61 VHR?

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What year was BN61 VHR registered?

BN61 VHR is a 2011 BMW 123, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is BN61 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 VHR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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