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CV61 TKJ

2011 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,413 mi
Last recorded81,413 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV61 TKJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 81,413 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear DIFF OIL LEAK

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S + SLIGHTLY CRACKED (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 81,177 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 80,903 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2023 80,479 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2022 80,056 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 78,924 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 73,789 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 65,858 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 52,093 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 38,865 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 22,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 18,095 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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CV61 TKJ is a 2011 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 CV61 TKJ, 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 CV61 TKJ registered?

CV61 TKJ is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is CV61 TKJ safe to buy?

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