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BN61 YXS

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,024 mi
Last recorded84,024 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 YXS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 84,024 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2025 84,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2024 79,460 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2024 79,460 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2023 74,580 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2022 69,782 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 64,061 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 59,773 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Sep 2020 59,772 miles

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

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Oct 2019 55,417 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 55,417 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 48,673 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2018 48,673 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 40,937 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,023 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 23,215 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 17,563 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 174,462 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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BN61 YXS is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BN61 YXS, 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 BN61 YXS registered?

BN61 YXS is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is BN61 YXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 YXS shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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