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DF61 YPL

2011 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

136,897 mi
Last recorded136,897 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 YPL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 136,897 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 128,292 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 122,184 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2023 119,954 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 115,547 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 108,622 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play on inner rack bush ()

Fail 7 Jan 2021 108,621 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play on inner rack bush ()

Pass 2 Jul 2019 97,913 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 93,192 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 90,043 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 76,417 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 61,928 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 44,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

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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DF61 YPL is a 2011 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DF61 YPL, 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 DF61 YPL registered?

DF61 YPL is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 21 October 2011.

Is DF61 YPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF61 YPL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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