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DY11 GSZ

2011 BMW 118

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,319 mi
Last recorded55,319 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY11 GSZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 55,319 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 50,207 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 47,192 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 44,872 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 42,489 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 41,001 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 38,222 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 35,447 miles

undertrays fitted.

Fail 12 Nov 2018 35,447 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

undertrays fitted.

Pass 21 Mar 2018 30,920 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 25,087 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 21,796 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted adult seatbelt not fully tested

Pass 31 Mar 2015 18,242 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre is worn on outer tether and deteriorated

Screw in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 12,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside front tyre tread cracked/perished.

Offside front tyre tread cracked/perished.

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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DY11 GSZ is a 2011 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc petrol 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 DY11 GSZ, 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 DY11 GSZ?

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What year was DY11 GSZ registered?

DY11 GSZ is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is DY11 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY11 GSZ 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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