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BF11 KVR

2011 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,432 mi
Last recorded127,432 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF11 KVR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 127,432 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 122,534 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose front flexi pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 118,808 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 116,116 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 116,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2022 110,392 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Mar 2022 110,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Mar 2021 104,243 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 101,226 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 101,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 87,673 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 79,123 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Mar 2017 70,959 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 59,132 miles

front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 25 Feb 2015 49,464 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Feb 2014 41,893 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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BF11 KVR is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BF11 KVR, 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 BF11 KVR registered?

BF11 KVR is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 2 March 2011.

Is BF11 KVR safe to buy?

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