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CE61 MKV

2011 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,462 mi
Last recorded139,462 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE61 MKV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 139,462 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

under covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2023 136,977 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 136,593 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF AND OSF TYRES WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 136,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm HEAVILY WORN ON EDGE AND BELOW TEST LIMITS (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF AND OSF TYRES WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 125,201 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 114,289 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 98,184 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 83,651 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 72,370 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 68,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 56,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very worn suggest replacement soon (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 45,090 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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CE61 MKV is a 2011 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CE61 MKV, 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 CE61 MKV registered?

CE61 MKV is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is CE61 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE61 MKV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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