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BG61 LRN

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

141,249 mi
Last recorded141,249 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 LRN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 141,249 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2023 141,239 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2022 131,153 miles

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

tpms light on low pressure

Pass 6 May 2021 122,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 May 2021 122,655 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm centre part of tread below markers (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 117,106 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 105,807 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2019 105,807 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 88,959 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 88,601 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 88,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 72,664 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 72,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 53,357 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 53,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 34,172 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 34,171 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 16,562 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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BG61 LRN is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG61 LRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG61 LRN registered?

BG61 LRN is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is BG61 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 LRN shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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