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C23 CJX

2011 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

127,595 mi
Last recorded127,595 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 CJX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 127,595 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2026 127,595 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 113,290 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 105,967 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 100,669 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 100,668 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 90,156 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 81,142 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 66,654 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 49,724 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 47,583 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 44,045 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 245/35 x 18 88 y rft ()

Pass 17 Nov 2015 40,749 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2015 38,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2014 32,889 miles

unable to see some test items under bonnet & under vehicle due to plastic covering

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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C23 CJX is a 2011 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C23 CJX, 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 C23 CJX registered?

C23 CJX is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 23 April 2011.

Is C23 CJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 CJX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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