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DU11 FLK

2011 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

171,563 mi
Last recorded171,563 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU11 FLK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 171,563 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 171,511 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 167,507 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 167,507 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 160,349 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 155,188 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 137,147 miles

Emissions not triggered

Fail 31 Mar 2017 136,350 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Emissions not triggered

Pass 24 Mar 2016 117,596 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 94,420 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 94,420 miles

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 72,796 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 72,796 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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DU11 FLK is a 2011 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU11 FLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DU11 FLK registered?

DU11 FLK is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is DU11 FLK safe to buy?

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