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FP61 GKX

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

148,146 mi
Last recorded148,146 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 GKX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 148,146 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 142,477 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 132,453 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 116,321 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 104,886 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 99,246 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 91,776 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 85,491 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 76,993 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Nov 2017 67,687 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 57,375 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,676 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight wear on edges

Offside Front tyre has slight wear on edges

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

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of seatbelt

Pass 25 Sep 2014 32,097 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 32,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FP61 GKX is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FP61 GKX, 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 FP61 GKX registered?

FP61 GKX is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is FP61 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 GKX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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