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FP11 ZNS

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,363 mi
Last recorded80,363 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP11 ZNS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 80,363 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 75,748 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 75,748 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 69,532 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 64,771 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 59,106 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 29 Nov 2021 59,106 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Oct 2020 53,249 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 28 Oct 2020 53,245 miles

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

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 45,193 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 16 Apr 2019 45,192 miles

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

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

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Feb 2018 38,489 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 37,879 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 12 Dec 2016 31,173 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 30,261 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 25,832 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 20,084 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 15,145 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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FP11 ZNS is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FP11 ZNS, 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

How do I check the history of FP11 ZNS?

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What year was FP11 ZNS registered?

FP11 ZNS is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 31 May 2011.

Is FP11 ZNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP11 ZNS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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