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CF11 LWJ

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,816 mi
Last recorded134,816 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF11 LWJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 134,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2025 117,566 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2025 114,557 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 107,106 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak From Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 99,801 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 98,417 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 95,223 miles

oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2020 92,248 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 84,955 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 74,629 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 74,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 64,733 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 57,296 miles

engine covers and under trays

Pass 22 Jun 2015 41,257 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres feathering on very outer edges

Pass 14 Jul 2014 34,720 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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CF11 LWJ is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CF11 LWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CF11 LWJ registered?

CF11 LWJ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 21 July 2011.

Is CF11 LWJ safe to buy?

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