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AV11 ZSL

2011 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

96,188 mi
Last recorded96,188 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV11 ZSL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 96,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + both rears (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 80,229 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 69,452 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 59,308 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 52,635 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 52,543 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 46,749 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 40,968 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 36,549 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 33,034 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 29,954 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 24,681 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 17,490 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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AV11 ZSL is a 2011 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV11 ZSL, 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 AV11 ZSL registered?

AV11 ZSL is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 13 June 2011.

Is AV11 ZSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV11 ZSL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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