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BJ11 VTC

2011 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,491 mi
Last recorded118,491 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ11 VTC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 118,491 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 108,456 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

tpms on

Pass 3 Nov 2022 100,327 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 91,971 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

engine covers /undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2021 86,703 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front front inner brake pads getting low

Fail 11 Jan 2021 86,703 miles

Front front inner brake pads getting low

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 79,374 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad, on n/s and o/s low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn,main tread 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn,main tread 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 74,684 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 70,377 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 64,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 12 Jan 2017 64,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 54,785 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 37,528 miles

covers fitted over both rear lights may affect rear reflectors

covers fitted over headlights slightly affecting pattern

Pass 14 Jul 2014 26,075 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 26,064 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 25,690 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre near limit

Fail 10 Mar 2014 25,690 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre near limit

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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BJ11 VTC is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJ11 VTC, 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 BJ11 VTC registered?

BJ11 VTC is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 18 March 2011.

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