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AF61 GZV

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,627 mi
Last recorded45,627 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 GZV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 45,627 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND PERISHED 245/35/18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 45,627 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND PERISHED 245/35/18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 39,685 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (245/35r18 RUNFLAT) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 35,566 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 35,097 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge + cracked in tread

offside front tyre worn on both edges + cracked in tread

Fail 24 Aug 2023 35,097 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge + cracked in tread

offside front tyre worn on both edges + cracked in tread

Pass 15 Aug 2022 33,390 miles

Nearside Front brake pad sensor not connected

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Aug 2021 31,592 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front brake wear sensor wire hanging loose

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable area ()

Fail 11 Aug 2021 31,542 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

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

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front brake wear sensor wire hanging loose

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable area ()

Pass 6 Aug 2020 28,428 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2020 28,428 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 26,063 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 24,218 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 20,088 miles

Tyres Perished

Pass 17 Aug 2016 15,227 miles

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

both front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 13 Aug 2014 11,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres perrishing

small cuts in o/s/r tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AF61 GZV is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 GZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 GZV registered?

AF61 GZV is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is AF61 GZV safe to buy?

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