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AO11 ZDG

2011 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,782 mi
Last recorded113,782 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO11 ZDG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 113,782 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 110,257 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 110,235 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 110,235 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 107,737 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 104,354 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

alloys surroundings damaged

under tray fitted

Fail 23 Feb 2019 104,347 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

alloys surroundings damaged

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2019 104,335 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 86,657 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2018 86,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 59,915 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 36,730 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 34,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2014 26,207 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre outside edge wearing

o/s/f tyre outside edge wearing

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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AO11 ZDG is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO11 ZDG, 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 AO11 ZDG registered?

AO11 ZDG is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 6 June 2011.

Is AO11 ZDG safe to buy?

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