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BD11 YWS

2011 BMW 316

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,297 mi
Last recorded77,297 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD11 YWS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 77,297 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2025 77,289 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 72,112 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake wear warning light on

Pass 23 Jun 2023 67,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 61,462 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 58,105 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 55,592 miles

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

Rear nearside and offside tyres perishing

Pass 14 Jun 2019 51,520 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (both sides) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (both rear) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 46,509 miles

Front Nearside and Offside, Tyres Perishing

Pass 17 Jun 2017 42,696 miles

Slight play felt in both rear suspension components

Pass 31 May 2016 35,180 miles

exhaust clamp cracked

Pass 13 May 2015 26,962 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 22,297 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 May 2014 22,297 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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BD11 YWS is a 2011 BMW 316 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD11 YWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD11 YWS registered?

BD11 YWS is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 8 June 2011.

Is BD11 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD11 YWS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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