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FP61 GMU

2011 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,677 mi
Last recorded121,677 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 GMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 121,677 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 105,571 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 94,439 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 89,003 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 79,409 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 79,409 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not seated correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 72,173 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 65,598 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 59,088 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Sep 2019 59,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Sep 2018 52,380 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 45,724 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 38,034 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 31,964 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 26,387 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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FP61 GMU is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 GMU, 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 GMU registered?

FP61 GMU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is FP61 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 GMU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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