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DK61 SZF

2011 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,382 mi
Last recorded91,382 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK61 SZF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 91,382 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 91,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake performance unable to be tested brake pads too thin (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 81,593 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 69,300 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 55,575 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 37,824 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 29,653 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 29,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 28,767 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 27,974 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 27,966 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 24,225 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Sep 2015 20,083 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 16,181 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres are worn on the outer edge and cracking in the tread

n/s/r tyre has slight cracking in the tread

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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DK61 SZF is a 2011 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DK61 SZF, 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 DK61 SZF registered?

DK61 SZF is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is DK61 SZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK61 SZF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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