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BX61 XWU

2011 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,172 mi
Last recorded69,172 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 XWU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 69,172 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 64,902 miles

ball joint covers poor

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Aug 2024 62,848 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 60,787 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 57,111 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 52,333 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 47,849 miles

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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BX61 XWU is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BX61 XWU, 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 BX61 XWU?

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What year was BX61 XWU registered?

BX61 XWU is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is BX61 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX61 XWU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BX61 XWU have outstanding finance?

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