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E1 LJU

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

215,852 mi
Last recorded215,852 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE1 LJU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 215,852 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2026 215,852 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 201,260 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 201,259 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2024 186,492 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2024 186,492 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 169,717 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 151,692 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 136,893 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 122,701 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 108,903 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2018 93,910 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2017 79,727 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 64,415 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 51,910 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 44,206 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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E1 LJU is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E1 LJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E1 LJU registered?

E1 LJU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 18 March 2011.

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The MOT history for E1 LJU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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