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FD11 BXY

2011 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,894 mi
Last recorded145,894 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD11 BXY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2025 145,894 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

rear prop coupling split in places

rear sub frame rusty

Pass 3 Dec 2024 137,803 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 137,801 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 127,919 miles

Nearside Front Wheel arch liner missing

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 114,677 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 114,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Bumper damaged but not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Pass 22 Sep 2021 107,100 miles

damage to front bumper

Fail 21 Sep 2021 107,100 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Sep 2020 97,705 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 97,705 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temp cap fitted not a seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

tyre pressure light on

Pass 21 Sep 2019 83,592 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 67,573 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 66,405 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 48,794 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 48,794 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 41,303 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 27 May 2015 34,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 23,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FD11 BXY is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD11 BXY, 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.

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FD11 BXY is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2011.

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