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AK61 ZGU

2011 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,931 mi
Last recorded97,931 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 ZGU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 97,931 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 94,542 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 94,542 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2020 88,974 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 79,930 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 72,052 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 71,171 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 58,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2016 44,741 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 43,028 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 36,313 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AK61 ZGU is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AK61 ZGU, 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

How do I check the history of AK61 ZGU?

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What year was AK61 ZGU registered?

AK61 ZGU is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 2 December 2011.

Is AK61 ZGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 ZGU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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