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BT11 VFK

2011 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,266 mi
Last recorded59,266 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT11 VFK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 59,266 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 58,780 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement passenger front FRONT lower arm bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jul 2021 54,795 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 52,304 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 48,024 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 48,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 41,439 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 35,502 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 30,095 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 23,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jun 2015 23,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 15,499 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 15,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BT11 VFK is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT11 VFK, 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

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What year was BT11 VFK registered?

BT11 VFK is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is BT11 VFK safe to buy?

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