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FH11 LXW

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,518 mi
Last recorded71,518 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH11 LXW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 71,518 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 68,200 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 68,200 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Clear both fronts x2 (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 62,504 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated All rear drive shaft boots perished x4 (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked x1 on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked x1 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 57,864 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 57,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 52,686 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 52,675 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 47,061 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 44,877 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 40,563 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 35,909 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 31,773 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 27,136 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 23,469 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,125 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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FH11 LXW 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 FH11 LXW, 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 FH11 LXW registered?

FH11 LXW is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 19 August 2011.

Is FH11 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH11 LXW 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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