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BG61 LSU

2011 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,143 mi
Last recorded95,143 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 LSU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 95,143 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 79,890 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 63,968 miles

under trays & covers are fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 20 Apr 2018 63,968 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

under trays & covers are fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 27 Sep 2017 60,943 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 50,848 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 45,670 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,761 miles

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

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

minor cuts on both front tyres

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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BG61 LSU is a 2011 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG61 LSU, 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 BG61 LSU registered?

BG61 LSU is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is BG61 LSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 LSU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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