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BN61 JRX

2011 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

184,888 mi
Last recorded184,888 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 JRX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 184,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm 225/4517 (5.2.3 (e))

pad warning light on

Fail 17 Jun 2025 184,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm 225/4517 (5.2.3 (e))

pad warning light on

Pass 13 Jun 2024 175,698 miles

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

Offside Front 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 15 May 2023 162,062 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 148,246 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 148,246 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 137,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 15 Nov 2019 120,830 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 107,295 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 97,066 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 96,603 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 89,678 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 82,628 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 63,361 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BN61 JRX is a 2011 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN61 JRX, 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

How do I check the history of BN61 JRX?

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What year was BN61 JRX registered?

BN61 JRX is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is BN61 JRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 JRX 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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