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DE11 VTC

2011 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,845 mi
Last recorded117,845 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE11 VTC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 117,845 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 117,830 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 116,108 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 104,185 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 93,736 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 91,061 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 86,452 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 81,397 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 74,775 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 68,969 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 63,645 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 50,918 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2016 50,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 r/f (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 36,502 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,103 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 23,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DE11 VTC is a 2011 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE11 VTC, 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 DE11 VTC registered?

DE11 VTC is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is DE11 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE11 VTC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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