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AK11 VVF

2011 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

197,584 mi
Last recorded197,584 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK11 VVF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 197,584 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge low (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Rear doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 189,422 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 175,120 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 175,116 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 166,637 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 160,722 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 153,013 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 147,586 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 127,410 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 107,778 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner tread shoulders

Pass 15 Apr 2016 85,973 miles

Item removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 16 Apr 2015 63,371 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 39,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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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AK11 VVF is a 2011 BMW 118 in Grey 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 AK11 VVF, 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 AK11 VVF registered?

AK11 VVF is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 13 April 2011.

Is AK11 VVF safe to buy?

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