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EO61 VNL

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,630 mi
Last recorded131,630 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO61 VNL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 131,630 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 125,904 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 119,023 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 113,199 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 104,185 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 94,000 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 55,296 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 37,477 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 37,477 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 27,378 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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EO61 VNL is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EO61 VNL, 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 EO61 VNL registered?

EO61 VNL is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 17 September 2011.

Is EO61 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO61 VNL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO61 VNL have outstanding finance?

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