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BX11 VVY

2011 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

182,548 mi
Last recorded182,548 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX11 VVY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 182,548 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2021 182,543 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 174,680 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 162,289 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 150,187 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 138,729 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 128,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 91,328 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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BX11 VVY is a 2011 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX11 VVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX11 VVY registered?

BX11 VVY is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 26 August 2011.

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The MOT history for BX11 VVY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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