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AJ61 BYT

2011 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

182,158 mi
Last recorded182,158 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 BYT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 182,158 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2025 182,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 166,112 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2024 166,088 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 149,919 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 136,866 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 126,735 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 120,906 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 119,113 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 116,277 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 113,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 104,359 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

both rear wheel bearings have slight noise when rotated

Pass 25 Nov 2015 86,553 miles

Engine Cover Fitted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under Shield Fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 66,232 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AJ61 BYT is a 2011 BMW 118 in Red 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 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 74,478 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ61 BYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ61 BYT registered?

AJ61 BYT is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 20 December 2011.

Is AJ61 BYT safe to buy?

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