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DRZ 1621

2011 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,479 mi
Last recorded108,479 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 1621
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 108,479 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 96,088 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 83,909 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2022 73,241 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 60,919 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 55,435 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 48,938 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 48,899 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 37,205 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 37,206 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)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,751 miles

both rear tyres are wearing low

Pass 15 Sep 2014 11,852 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DRZ 1621 is a 2011 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DRZ 1621, 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

How do I check the history of DRZ 1621?

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What year was DRZ 1621 registered?

DRZ 1621 is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 27 July 2011.

Is DRZ 1621 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 1621 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRZ 1621 have outstanding finance?

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