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AX61 TFZ

2011 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

158,193 mi
Last recorded158,193 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX61 TFZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 158,193 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 152,416 miles

3X jacking blocks missing

Front Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Headlamp leveling device slightly deteriorated/worn

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 152,416 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Brake pad wear wire on drive shaft (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

3X jacking blocks missing

Front Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Headlamp leveling device slightly deteriorated/worn

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 147,766 miles

3X jacking blocks missing

Dip stick tube broken

Front Exhaust flexi & clamp deteriorated

Nearside Rear Headlamp leveling device, linkage slightly deteriorated/worn

Nearside Rear Shock dust cover deteriorated

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources LED (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to check engine oil level.

Fail 8 Oct 2021 147,766 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Brake pad wear wiring (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

3X jacking blocks missing

Dip stick tube broken

Front Exhaust flexi & clamp deteriorated

Nearside Rear Headlamp leveling device, linkage slightly deteriorated/worn

Nearside Rear Shock dust cover deteriorated

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources LED (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to check engine oil level.

Pass 2 Sep 2020 140,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 128,021 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 124,123 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 132,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2017 100,401 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 88,090 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 88,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 76,914 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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AX61 TFZ 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 69.2%.

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 AX61 TFZ, 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 AX61 TFZ registered?

AX61 TFZ is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is AX61 TFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX61 TFZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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