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DY61 CYZ

2011 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,611 mi
Last recorded76,611 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11874,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY61 CYZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 76,611 miles

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

front shock absorber dust covers split.

Pass 14 Nov 2024 68,883 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 64,373 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 59,655 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

Fail 17 Nov 2022 59,655 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 17 Nov 2021 56,766 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 54,343 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 52,230 miles

front and rear discs corroded.

Pass 14 Nov 2018 48,996 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 45,741 miles

Front brake discs corroded.

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2016 42,314 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 37,979 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 32,512 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres have wear evident to shoulders

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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DY61 CYZ is a 2011 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DY61 CYZ, 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 DY61 CYZ registered?

DY61 CYZ is a 2011 BMW 118, first registered on 21 November 2011.

Is DY61 CYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY61 CYZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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