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FV11 XGD

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,936 mi
Last recorded121,936 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 XGD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 121,936 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 114,277 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 106,314 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

parking brake min req only just met 17 percent min is 16

Fail 14 Mar 2023 106,314 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not clipped in (4.1.2 (c))

parking brake min req only just met 17 percent min is 16

Pass 22 Jan 2022 100,259 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 86,146 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2021 86,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 82,686 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 69,827 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 61,068 miles

gearbox rear prop seal leaking

Pass 6 Apr 2017 47,713 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 34,621 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 21,288 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 16,233 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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FV11 XGD is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV11 XGD, 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 FV11 XGD registered?

FV11 XGD is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 4 May 2011.

Is FV11 XGD safe to buy?

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