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AJ61 DPU

2011 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,159 mi
Last recorded83,159 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 DPU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 83,159 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 73,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outer edge / tyre size 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on outer edge / tyre size 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 65,775 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 65,769 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2023 57,238 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 48,194 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 41,279 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 39,806 miles

front tyres are worn on the outer edges

Pass 21 Dec 2018 38,058 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 35,365 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 30,678 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 27,762 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 24,448 miles

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 DPU is a 2011 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DPU, 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.

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What year was AJ61 DPU registered?

AJ61 DPU is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 28 December 2011.

Is AJ61 DPU safe to buy?

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