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BK61 PVO

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,304 mi
Last recorded43,304 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 PVO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 43,304 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 41,234 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 39,267 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 39,265 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 36,861 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 35,232 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 33,938 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 33,937 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits SEE PRINT OUT (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 32,085 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 30,035 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 27,079 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 24,391 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 21,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2014 17,496 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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BK61 PVO is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK61 PVO, 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

How do I check the history of BK61 PVO?

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What year was BK61 PVO registered?

BK61 PVO is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is BK61 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK61 PVO 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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