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BK61 XAO

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

176,235 mi
Last recorded176,235 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 XAO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 176,235 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 176,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 162,380 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 142,770 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 142,770 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 125,229 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jul 2019 110,308 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 99,349 miles

Offside Front wheel slight play

Fail 10 Jul 2018 99,349 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front wheel slight play

Pass 18 Oct 2016 90,639 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 78,541 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)

Fail 19 Oct 2015 78,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 66,007 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 XAO is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BK61 XAO, 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.

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What year was BK61 XAO registered?

BK61 XAO is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 14 October 2011.

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