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FFZ 4572

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

127,361 mi
Last recorded127,361 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 4572
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 127,361 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2023 127,361 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))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 118,141 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Sep 2022 118,054 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi exhaust frayed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 111,675 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edge

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 100,040 miles

Bonnet release handle broken

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both down to 1.8mm 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 100,040 miles

Bonnet release handle broken

Headlamp aim too low both adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both down to 1.8mm 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 87,503 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

long handbrake travel

Pass 18 Aug 2018 76,504 miles

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

undertray fitted

Fail 18 Aug 2018 76,504 miles

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

undertray fitted

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 65,131 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all 4 tyres wearing on inner edge

o/s/r and n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 19 Aug 2017 65,042 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all 4 tyres wearing on inner edge

o/s/r and n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 12 Sep 2016 52,883 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 52,882 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 50,867 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 39,871 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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FFZ 4572 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 62.5%.

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 FFZ 4572, 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 FFZ 4572 registered?

FFZ 4572 is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 16 March 2011.

Is FFZ 4572 safe to buy?

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