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C21 UMM

2011 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,266 mi
Last recorded88,266 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 UMM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 88,266 miles

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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges cuts in tread and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges cuts in tread and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 76,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 65,978 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 52,166 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2023 52,166 miles

Position lamp not working both front, bulbs missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 33,653 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 20,273 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 20,057 miles

offside rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,466 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 15,466 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,122 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round approximately 75% worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 11,628 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 9,580 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 9,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2x bulge inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 5,947 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 4,450 miles

emissions too lean to register reading

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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C21 UMM is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 C21 UMM, 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 C21 UMM registered?

C21 UMM is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 21 May 2011.

Is C21 UMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 UMM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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