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DS11 AVZ

2011 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,195 mi
Last recorded146,195 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS11 AVZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 146,195 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 142,566 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 134,324 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust front pipe clamp starting to split

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2019 121,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 121,497 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 112,405 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 103,341 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 92,477 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 75,893 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 59,346 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Screenwash weak

Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,106 miles

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

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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DS11 AVZ is a 2011 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DS11 AVZ, 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.

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What year was DS11 AVZ registered?

DS11 AVZ is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 15 April 2011.

Is DS11 AVZ safe to buy?

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