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FP61 GXW

2011 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,550 mi
Last recorded71,550 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 GXW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 71,550 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 71,309 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 67,643 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 67,643 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2023 61,157 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 49,326 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 44,365 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 44,364 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 43,725 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 35,794 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 26,851 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 15,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 GXW is a 2011 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP61 GXW, 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 FP61 GXW?

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What year was FP61 GXW registered?

FP61 GXW is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is FP61 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 GXW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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