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DF11 HBA

2011 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,307 mi
Last recorded73,307 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF11 HBA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 73,307 miles

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

temp fuel cap fitted , but seals

Fail 22 Jul 2026 73,305 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

temp fuel cap fitted , but seals

Pass 15 Jul 2025 70,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 67,873 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2024 67,870 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 64,741 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 61,241 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 56,936 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 52,626 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 52,621 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 47,331 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 40,566 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 31,855 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 24,869 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 20,693 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Jul 2014 17,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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DF11 HBA is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DF11 HBA, 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 DF11 HBA registered?

DF11 HBA is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 14 July 2011.

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