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DS61 TFV

2011 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,438 mi
Last recorded81,438 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 TFV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 81,438 miles

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

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

General rusty under

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 75,863 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 75,853 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Oil light (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 70,333 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 69,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 67,340 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished and in poor condition. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion through out underside of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view center/top section - crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 62,074 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 59,578 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 54,057 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 46,445 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 15 Dec 2015 38,136 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on inner edge and profile slight out of shape (4.1.E.1)

under tray covers fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2014 28,204 miles

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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DS61 TFV is a 2011 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 DS61 TFV, 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 DS61 TFV registered?

DS61 TFV is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 29 December 2011.

Is DS61 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 TFV 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.

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